26May
2017
Posted: 26 May 2017

FIRST Female Inland/Inshore Commercial Diver in Singapore Certified Under the ISO 29990:2010 Standard Scheme

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New Course Funding Available with subsidies of up to 95% for eligible candidates! Commercial diving has always been predominantly a male-dominated industry, due to the nature of the working environment which can be harsh and both physically and mentally demanding. However, we are seeing a twist in this sixth run of the KBAT Commercial Diver training course that has come to an end as of late May 2017. KBA Training Centre is proud to announce its FIRST female Singaporean diver – Ms. Siti Naqiah Binte Tusliman who has completed both the Level 1, Commercial Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (CSCUBA) Diver ...

26Apr
2017
Posted: 26 Apr 2017

IRATA News: Prevent Damage to Anchor Lines (Your Life Depends on It)

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IRATA News: Prevent Damage to Anchor Lines (Your Life Depends on It)

Technicians should always ensure precautions are taken to prevent damage to anchor lines when they are in use. Hazards such as sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, corrosive substances and heat sources are common in the workplace and may damage ropes which may come into contact with them or close proximity. Wherever possible, any hazard that could cause damage to the anchor lines should be removed. Technicians should utilise the hierarchical approach when identifying rope protection and edge management methodology, which prioritises the removal of hazards before considering avoidance through rigging methods or mitigation through rope protection. The above poster is an ...

23Feb
2017
Posted: 23 Feb 2017

Visit KBAT at XXI WORLD CONGRESS on Safety & Health at Work 2017

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Visit KBAT at XXI WORLD CONGRESS on Safety & Health at Work 2017

KBA Training is exhibiting for the first time at XXI World Congress on Safety & Health at Work 2017 ...

14Dec
2016
Posted: 14 Dec 2016

Relocation of Commercial Diver Training Centre to TOLL Offshore Supply Base

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Relocation of Commercial Diver Training Centre to TOLL Offshore Supply Base

      Recommencement of Inland/Inshore Commercial Diving Training in Year 2017 under the new ISO 29990:2010 Standard accreditation scheme KBA Training Centre (KBAT) has now re-located their commercial diver training centre to TOLL Offshore Supply Base in Loyang from SAF Yacht Club Changi, originally the centre was officially opened by Mr. Wong Weng Sun, President & CEO of Sembcorp Marine Ltd, in February 2015.  The move was essential as the government has claimed back to develop the Changi land area, nevertheless the new location at this Loyang base jetty will prove to be a better training venue as it is ...

01Jul
2016
Posted: 01 Jul 2016

Training Advancement for Locally Trained Commercial Divers to gain HSE UK Standard

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Training Advancement for Locally Trained Commercial Divers to gain HSE UK Standard

Media Release KBAT & PROFESSIONAL DIVING ACADEMY JOIN FORCES TO TRAIN COMMERCIAL DIVERS TO HSE ACCREDITED (IMCA RECOGNISED) STANDARD Reputable training providers KBA Training Centre Pte Ltd (KBAT) and the Professional Diving Academy (PDA), Dunoon, Scotland have signed a MOU to train commercial divers in Singapore to the UK HSE offshore diving standard. KBA Training Centre is the first accredited training provider for commercial diving training with ISO 29990:2010 standard and fully complies with the National Diving Standards in Singapore In Singapore, KBAT is a leading training provider in the Asia Pacific region and has attained the acceptance of its commercial ...