Dive Rescue International

Dry Suit Repair
2026-07-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | LONGVIEW FIRE TRAINING CENTER, 411 American Legion Blvd, Longview, TX, 75601, United States
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).
