Terms & Conditions of Online Courses

By purchasing and accessing any Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine (ADOM) online course, training programme, or membership, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

1. Service Description

All ADOM online courses are digital training services delivered via a secure Learning Management System (LMS).

• Access is provided electronically via LMS login credentials.
• Course content includes structured modules, learning materials, and assessments.
• This purchase constitutes Module A: Online Theory Only.

2. Practical Training

Separate Controlled Service – Risk Separation Clause

Practical training is a standalone service and is not included in online course fees.

Participation in practical training is subject to:

• Practical training is not included in this purchase.
• Practical training requires a separate booking and payment.
• Availability of training slots.
• Compliance with entry requirements.
• Medical fitness clearance where applicable.
• Acceptance of site safety rules, inductions, and operational procedures.

The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine reserves the right to refuse access to practical training where safety or compliance requirements are not met.

3. Payments & Refunds

Consumer Protection Compliance

3.1 Payment

• Full payment is required before access is granted.
• Access is automatically activated upon successful payment confirmation.

3.2 Digital Supply Acknowledgement

By completing your purchase, you expressly agree that:

• The service is a digital product with immediate supply.
• Course access constitutes delivery of the service.
• Training commences immediately upon LMS activation.

3.3 Refund Policy

In line with digital service provisions under applicable law:

• All purchases are non-refundable once LMS access has been granted.
• Refunds are only considered where required by law or in the event of proven system failure.

By purchasing, you acknowledge that:

• You accept immediate access as full delivery of services.
• You waive any cooling-off rights to the extent permitted under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008.

4. Access Period & Continuity of Service

ISO 9001 Control Requirement

• Standard access period: 24 months unless stated otherwise.
• Access begins on the LMS activation date.
• After expiry, access may be removed or renewed at applicable fees.

The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine does not guarantee permanent access unless explicitly stated.

5. Acceptable Use Policy

IP Protection & Misuse Control

Users may:

• Access content for personal educational use only.

Users may not:

• Share login credentials.
• Copy, download, reproduce, or distribute content.
• Record or broadcast training materials.
• Use content for commercial training or resale purposes.

The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine reserves the right to suspend or permanently terminate access for misuse, without refund.

6. Educational Purpose Disclaimer

Risk & Liability Control

All training materials are provided strictly for educational purposes.

Completion of any course does not guarantee:

• Certification or accreditation
• Competence validation
• Medical fitness approval
• Employment or job placement
• Regulatory or legal authorisation

7. Medical Disclaimer

High-Risk Industry Protection Clause

Any medical-related content is:

• For general educational awareness only.
• Not medical advice or diagnosis.
• Not a substitute for professional medical evaluation.

Users must consult qualified healthcare professionals for all medical decisions.

8. Data Protection & Privacy

POPIA Compliance

ADOM processes personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

By using our services, you consent to:

• Collection of identity and training data.
• Storage of LMS activity records.
• Use of data for training administration and compliance purposes.

ADOM will:

• Keep data secure.
• Limit access to authorised personnel.
• Not sell or unlawfully disclose personal information.

9. Technical Responsibility

Limitation of Liability Control

Users are responsible for:

• Internet access and connectivity.
• Compatible devices and software.

ADOM is not liable for:

• User-side technical failures.
• Internet interruptions.
• Device incompatibility.

10. Limitation of Liability

CCMA / Legal Risk Shielding Clause

To the maximum extent permitted by law, ADOM shall not be liable for:

• Loss, injury, or damages arising from use of training content.
• Misinterpretation or application of training materials.
• Indirect, consequential, or incidental damages.

All use of knowledge gained is at the user’s own risk.

11. Account Security & Responsibility

• Users are responsible for safeguarding login credentials.
• Accounts are strictly personal and non-transferable.

ADOM is not liable for unauthorised access due to password sharing or negligence.

12. Changes to Terms & Content

ISO 9001 Continuous Improvement Clause

ADOM reserves the right to:

• Update course materials.
• Improve or modify training content.
• Amend these Terms & Conditions.

Continued use of the LMS constitutes acceptance of any updates.

13. Compliance & Legal Governance

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

All disputes shall fall under South African jurisdiction.

14. Final Acknowledgement