Regulating Scientific Diving and Underwater Archaeology: legal and historical considerations. (1st March 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Benjamin, Jonathan; Mackintosh, Robert
• Is Part Of: International journal of nautical archaeology. Volume 45:Number 1(2016:Mar.)
• Page Start: 153
• Page End: 169
• Publication Date: 2016-03-01
• Subjects: Archaeological diving -- occupational health and safety -- legislation -- Australia -- Europe -- United States; Underwater archaeology -- Periodicals; 930.102804
• DOI: 10.1111/1095-9270.12141
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1057-2414

Abstract

Abstract : The regulation of scientific and archaeological diving is complex but it is essential that underwater archaeologists are familiar with the requirements placed on them by legal systems. This paper outlines the history and development of current legal systems in four jurisdictions: the UK, USA, EU and Australia. This historical and legal approach informs key discussions facing maritime archaeologists; reference is made to training requirements, safety records and the question of who should be allowed to participate and who should be excluded from archaeological diving.