Rapid Intervention Techniques
OBJECTIVE
The Dive Rescue II course is an intensive four-day program combining critical skills diving and rapid intervention techniques into one comprehensive training. CSD training focuses on building in-water confidence through repetition, emphasizing muscle memory, stress responses, and emergency preparedness. Students practice key skills to prevent and manage diving emergencies effectively. After completing the RIT program, the Public Safety Diver (PSD) will have established the baseline skills, knowledge, and abilities to recognize and respond to a PSD in distress on the surface or submerged. This course addresses requisite knowledge requirements found in NFPA standards.
PREREQUISITES
- At least 18 years of age
- Member of a Public Safety Agency
- RSTC Medical Statement
- Open Water Certification
- Physically fit (13 MET or greater recommended)
BRING TO CLASS
All students will need:
- U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
- A knife
- A whistle
- Adequate clothing for working outside
- Pen and paper for taking notes and sketching
Diving students must provide their own equipment:
- Wetsuit or Drysuit
- Scuba regulator- recently serviced and environmentally
protected with alternate air source (i.e.: Octopus, Air II, ect.) - Timing device
- Depth and submersible pressure gauge
- BC with oral/power inflator
- Two tanks with current Hydro & VIP
- Full Face Mask, Snorkel, & Fins
- Weight belt
- Two cutting tools (knife, wire cutters, or trauma shears)
