Name: Dry Suit Diver and Full Face Mask
Start: 2024-05-06T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-05-08T19:00:00-05:00
Location: 100 Peach St. Waco, TX 76704

Dry Suit Diver and Full Face Mask - May 6-8, 2024
Dry Suit and Full Face Mask (Encapsulation) Diving is Dive Rescue International’s renowned three day (24 hour) training program for certified divers and surface support personnel. One of the first steps to preparing for contaminated water or ice diving is learning how to dive in a dry suit and full face mask.
This program is conducted in a classroom, pool, and an open-water site to allow students to practice in a controlled environment before field scenarios. Successful completion of this program is measured in class participation, passing a final written exam, and completing in-water skills.
Key training topics include:
REASONS FOR DIVING IN A DRY SUIT WITH FULL FACE MASK
HISTORY OF DRY SUITS AND FULL FACE MASKS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF DRY SUITS AND FULL FACE MASKS
PROPER USE OF DRY SUITS AND FULL FACE MASKS
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
PREREQUISITES
All students must be a member of a public safety agency and at least 18 years of age. Students must read and complete a RSTC medical statement prior to attending class. Any diver answering yes to any contraindication must have the form signed by a physician. Diving students must have proof of open water certification.
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.
BE SURE TO BRING
All students must bring: US Coast Guard approved PFD with knife and whistle, adequate clothing and protection from the environment and pen and paper for note-taking and sketching. Diving students must provide their own equipment: Scuba regulator: recently serviced and environmentally protected with alternate air source (i.e.: octopus, Air II, etc.), timing device, depth and submersible pressure gauges, BC with oral/power inflator, two tanks with current Hydro & VIP, full face mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt and two cutting tools (knife, wire cutters, or trauma shears), and dry suit.