Humminbird Sonar Technician
2026-08-26 08:00 - 2026-08-27 17:00 (America/Denver) | Firemen’s Building, 1013 E Arthur Street, Warsaw, IN, 46580
OBJECTIVE
This program was developed for Law Enforcement, Fire, and Water Rescue Teams who utilize Humminbird sonar. These cost effective systems provide First Responders with an affordable solution for underwater search operations. The system features the same style imagery as traditional side scan sonar systems and requires many of the same image interpretation skills required for towed sonar systems. This program will guide you through the setup, use, and limitations of these side imaging sonars. The program also provides imagery of drowning victims and victim surrogates for comprehensive training. This program will inexpensively let your team get the most from of your system.
PREREQUISITES

At least 18 years of age
Member of a Public Safety Agency

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

Public Safety Scuba Instructor
2026-08-26 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Miami Beach Fire Rescue, 2300 Pine Tree Dr., Miami Beach, 331, United States
CLASS IS FULL, PLEASE CALL TO BE ADDED TO WAITLIST.
OBJECTIVE
The goal of the Public Safety Scuba Instructor (PSSI) program is to certify qualified candidates to train non-divers as Public Safety Divers (PSDs). The Public Safety Diver (PSD) certification is the equivalent to an open water certification. As a PSSI, the instructor will be prepared to present a comprehensive course of study to members of public safety agencies aspiring to become PSDs. PSSIs not only train new PSDs, but can upgrade their team’s level of training by cross-training certified open water divers to the PSD level. PSSIs utilize a comprehensive educational system of teaching material including a PSD student manual, audio visual material, a thorough PSSI manual, and a comprehensive pool and open water training system. The PSSI and PSD certification is recognized by and meets or exceeds all instructional requirements of the Recreational Scuba Training Council. The PSSI program is presented and managed through a cooperative effort between the instructor’s department and Dive Rescue International. By incorporating your own PSSIs into your department, you can contribute a substantial cost-effective and proven training program to your department.
PREREQUISITES

Member of a Public Safety Agency
At least 21 years old
Current Dive Rescue 1 certification
Completion of Med Dive [must be 2 day (20 hour) course]
A minimum of 100 logged dives (at least 50% must be training/operational dives while remaining 50% can be recreational dives with only 2 pool dives/year acceptable)
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).

CLASS IS FULL, PLEASE CALL TO BE ADDED TO WAITLIST.

Boat Based Operations
2026-08-28 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Firemen’s Building, 1013 E Arthur Street, Warsaw, IN, 46580
OBJECTIVE
This customized program is designed to introduce public safety personnel to the skills required to safely deploy department watercraft in the support of divers. We customize this program to ensure students acquire knowledge of the specific watercraft and equipment used by your department during operations.
PREREQUISITES

Member of a public safety agency
At least 18 years of age
Proof of Dive Rescue 1 Specialist Certification
Complete RSTC Medical Statement (including physician signature, if applicable)

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 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).

Dive Rescue 1
2026-09-14 08:00 - 2026-09-16 17:00 | FAIRVIEW PARK GEMINI RECREATION CENTER, 21225 Lorain Rd, Cleveland, OH, 44126, United States
OBJECTIVE
Dive Rescue International’s premier program for public safety divers, covering dive team organization, rescue, recovery, and investigations. Learn essential strategies for media interaction, family communication, and agency collaboration.
MAIN TOPICS

Public Safety Diving Accidents
Drowning
Dive Team Organization & Management
Search Patterns
Scene Evaluation
Victim Retrieval
Service to the Family, Media, & Other Agencies
Vehicle Accidents
Underwater Investigation
Field Exercises

PREREQUISITES

At least 18 years of age
Member of a Public Safety Agency
RSTC Medical Statement
Open Water Certification
Proof of Dry Suit Diving certificate, if applicable
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

Dive Rescue 1
2026-09-18 08:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Columbia County Law Enforcement Center, 711 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI, 53901, United States

Dive Rescue 1
2026-09-25 08:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | DICKINSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT CONFERENCE ROOM, 300 East D Street, Iron Mountain, MI, 49801, United States

Dive Rescue 1
2026-10-02 08:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Crystal Lake Fire Department, 316 Sandy Beach Rd., Ellington, CT, 06029, United States

Interspiro Technician
2026-10-23 08:00 - 17:00 | WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF WATER PARKS & TRAILS, 14386 Hudson Road S, Afton, MN, 55001, United States
OBJECTIVE
The technicians who complete this training program will be certified by Interspiro to perform annual service, 6-year service, and field maintenance on their Divator MK II (AGA) full face masks and Hatch or ABV. With this training, your department could not only save on the cost of repairs but also reduce the amount of downtime for your mask.
PREREQUISITES

At least 18 years old

BRING TO CLASS

Students: Divator Mask and Annual Service Kit
Teams: First Stage Regulator, Level Bar Tool, and Mini-Test Kit

REQUIRED SUPPLIES:

Interspiro Mini Test Kit (1 per department)
Interspiro 6-Year Overhaul Kit (1 per mask)
Interspiro Annual Re-build Kit (1 per mask)
Ambient Air Aperture rebuild kit specific to your full face
mask (1 per mask)

Visual Cylinder Inspection
2026-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 | REMOTE LEARNING VIA ZOOM
OBJECTIVE
The Visual Inspection Program trains and prepares personnel to complete specialized SCUBA and SCBA cylinder inspections. Inspection subjects that will be covered include damage limits, neck cracking and laws affecting inspectors. This course meets OSHA and DOT requirements for employee HAZMAT training. Participants receive the Visual Cylinder Inspector certification (through PSI-PCI) valid for 3 years.
MAIN TOPICS

Cylinder Inspection, Guidelines, and Standards
Use of Specialized Inspection Equipment
Hands-On Cylinder Inspection Lab

PREREQUISITES

Member of Public Safety Agency
At least 18 years old

BRING TO CLASS

Pen & Paper for note taking
2 SCUBA/SCBA cylinders with valve
Each student should have the required Tool Kit that includes:

Pit gauge
Mirror
Welt probe
Flex light
Thread brush

Kits may be purchased (mailed to you before class) or borrowed. Contact Mark Brooks (812.824.7234) at least two weeks PRIOR to class.
