Dry Suit Repair
OBJECTIVE
Students in this class will discuss how to maintain and repair minor tears, punctures, and holes in vulcanized rubber and trilaminate dry suits. There will be a demonstration of wrist ring, cuff seal, neck seal, and hood installation. Leak testing procedures will also be addressed. Glue and patch materials will be provided for training use during the class. Students are encouraged to bring their own dry suits to class for repair and testing.
PREREQUISITES
- Member of a Public Safety Agency
- At least 18 years old and 21 years of age for the Trainer course
- RSTC Medical Statement
- Current First Aid, EMT or Paramedic certification
- Current CPR certification
BRING TO CLASS
- US Coast Guard approved PFD with knife and whistle
- Adequate clothing and protection from the environment
- Pen and paper for note- taking and sketching.
Diving students must provide their own equipment: Wetsuit or dry suit, scuba regulator: recently serviced + environmentally protected with alternate air source (i.e.: octopus), timing device, depth + submersible pressure gauge, BC with oral/power inflator, 4 tanks with current Hydro + VIP, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt + 2 cutting tools (knife, wire cutters, or trauma shears).
