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#38
 public saftey diver
mirrocraft - 11/12/2006 12:33 PM
Category: Training
Replies: 2
hello my name is scott im a public saftey in kentucky i just moved here from fl. when i joined the fire dep, [volinteer] i got talking to there dives and found out that most a just open water divers with a limited dive [not for fun} i dive every chance i get and have my rescue and cave certs. so i got to thinking if i can find an instructor that maybe willing to volinteer his time to help me improve our volinteer dive team i am willing to cover all overhead and materials if any one has any interest in this contact me through divebuddy or email me at mirrocraft [ at ] aol.com or call me at 727 505 8712 we are in dunmor ky 42339 thank you for your time
#3442
Dorkfish - 3/27/2007 3:30 AM
Scott, I was wondering if you were Dry Suit certified. If not, DUI has their Dry Suit Rally at several locations throughout the year. Part of that involves Public Safety seminars for Public Safety Divers. There is one coming up April 14-15 at Beaver Lake in Arkansas. Day tickets (advance price) is $8.

Totally worth going for that price. Most dry suits rent for around $50 per day. For that measely $8 you get fitted, a brief education (as it`s geared for non dry suit divers), a test dive in a dry suit, a test diver hat, lunch (bbq), and the possibilty to make some new acquaintances.

Here`s a link to the dates if you`re interested in dropping in on one: http://www.dui-online.com/2007_rally.asp
#1500
mcc2318 - 7/26/2007 11:35 PM
I use to be a fire fighter on the gulf coast before hurricane katrina, I was on our dive rescue team and our department sent us through rescue diver international, its a bit pricey and you have to find a class nearby which can be really hard but youll learn like we did that public safety diving is NONETHING like open water diving. You need a diver, standby diver, tender, and a medic on scene. The divers also need a redunant air supply such a pon bottle or spare air. It helps if you have access to full face masks and under water communication systems.