Dry Suit and Full Face Mask Diving (Encapsulation)
Learn the fundamentals of diving encapsulated from the environment
Recommended for: Certified divers and surface support personnel
3 days (24 hours)
Course Overview
Prerequisites
Overview
Diving in a dry suit with a full face mask addresses proper precautions needed when diving in potentially hazards conditions. Without proper protection from potentially hazardous diving environments, your rescue/recovery operation may be hindered or halted. One of the first steps to preparing for contaminated water or ice diving is learning how to dive using a dry suit with a full face mask and this course also addresses issues that may arise if the diver is the contaminant - like diving in protected, municipal water sources.
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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