Deep Dive Operations
establish a baseline set of skills and processes for deep dive operations
Recommended for: Certified Public Safety Divers who operate in environments with water depths of 60′ – 130′
3 days (24 hours)
Course Overview
Prerequisites
Overview
After completing this program, the Public Safety Diver (PSD) will have established the baseline set of knowledge, skills and abilities to plan and conduct Open Circuit, No-Deco Scuba Dives on air for water depths between 60 and 130 feet.
Duration
- 3 days (24 hours)
Topics
- Review the physics and physiology of diving
- Effects of deep dives on air supply
- Planning deep repetitive dives
- No-deco dives
- Safe ascent procedures
- Safe descent procedures
- Appropriate operational platforms
- Cause and effects of N2 and CO2 Narcosis
- Safety stops vs. Deco stops
Prerequisites:
- Member of a public safety agency
- At least 18 years of age
- Students diving in dry suits must submit proof of dry suit training with registration
- Students must submit proof of full face mask training with registration
- Complete RSTC Medical Statement (including physician signature, if applicable)
Note To Applicants
This program is designed for personnel who are physically fit. Participants are encouraged to participate after successfully completing the IADRS Watermanship Test or testing to a fitness level of 13 MET (Metabolic Equivalents) or greater. Participants with aerobic fitness questions or concerns should consult their physician prior to in-water training.
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