Dry Suit Diving
Fundamentals of dry suit diving
Recommended for: Certified divers and surface support personnel
2 days (16 hours)
Course Overview
Prerequisites
Overview
One of the first steps to preparing for contaminated water or ice diving is learning how to dive using a dry suit. Without proper protection from your potentially hazardous diving environment, your rescue/recovery operation may be hindered or halted. This course addresses proper precautions needed when diving in dry suits in potentially hazards conditions.
Duration
- 2 days (16 hours)
Prerequisites:
- Member of a public safety agency
- At least 18 years of age
- 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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