Technical instruction, due to its inherently high-risk nature, is offered only to those individuals who the instructor believes meets the minimum basic requirements of:

a) sound psychological attitude as to the nature of technical diving

b) good physical conditioning

c) financial resources adequate to obtain the appropriate equipment and training necessary to execute the dives safely.

All technical classes are knowledge and performance based.  In-water skills must be performed to the level required. Enrolling in one of these classes is no guarantee for certification.

DECOMPRESSION PROCEDURES

Examines the theory, methods, and procedures for planned stage decompression diving. This training will include planning and execution of staged decompression dives to depths not exceeding 150 feet.

Prerequisites:

Advanced Nitrox certification           Minimum age of 18           Minimum of 25 logged dives

Required Equipment:

Same as for Advanced Nitrox with the addition of:

NOTES:  * All tanks must be properly cleaned and labeled for EAN mixtures

Course Requirements

6-8 hours classroom

2 dives in excess of 100 feet

Required Skills

Proper analysis of gases used

Proper pre-dive planning

Properly execute the planned dive within all pre-determined limits

Problem solving and contingency protocols

Deployment of lift bag

Gas sharing at depth

Deployment of bailout and emergency equipment

Deployment and management of bottom mix, travel mix and deco mixes