Public Safety
Diver Course
Designed for the Department Dive Teams
Course Objective:
If you are currently working with local authorities and apart of a diving rescue team, this course is designed for you. This course will give you the solid foundation of surface and underwater skills necessary to conduct safe diving procedures in the world of public safety diving.
Prerequisites:
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18 years old
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PADI Rescue Diver
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Affiliated with a public safety team
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RSTC Medical Form signed by a Doctor if the diver has any medical conditions. Download the Medical Form Here
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It is also recommended that you have the Drysuit, Full Face Mask, and Night Diver Certifications

What is Involved?
You will be introduced to special equipment, procedures, communications and documentation requirements for a public safety diving operation. Compass navigation, search patterns, rope-pull communications, and victim recovery will all be covered.
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Knowledge Development (home study)
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(4) - Open Water Dives
Required Course Materials:
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PADI Public Safety Diver Manual
Required Equiptment:
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Basic Scuba Equipment
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Gloves
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Additional Cutting Tool
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Redundant Air Source
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Other equipment will be necessary, but will be provided
How Many Students In The Course?
This course can have up to 4 participants
How Long Is The Course?
This course is completed in 3 days.
Cost:
Public Safety Diver Course --- $800
Includes: Rental Gear, Course Materials, Tuition, & Certification Fee