Divers are required to operate from different locations with varying levels of support. Due consideration must be given to the effect each location will have on the safety and efficiency of an operation.

Prior to mobilisation it is recommended that a suitable person (this may be the diving supervisor) should inspect the site and decide on the optimum location for the system. The level of services should also be assessed.

While it is not necessary for the various components of the diving system to be placed in a single location, care should be taken when considering hose or cable runs which exceed standard system lengths. Hose and cable runs should be protected from physical damage and should not cause a hazard to personnel. Due account should be taken of voltage and/or pressure drops due to length, and communications between different locations considered.