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General Requirements For Scientific Divers

(Appendix 14 from Diving Safety Manual)

Scientific Diver Quick Checklist

 RequirementSection
1.Basic SCUBA certification5.21
2.Twelve (12) logged dives within the last twelve months5.51
3.Scuba equipment serviced within the last twelve (12) months3.52
4.Scientific Diver Application on file5.23
5.Release and Waiver on file (volunteer divers only)1.14
6.Current diving physical6.00
7.A Dive Plan submitted for each project (project leaders only)2.21
8.Emergency Care Training
Current CPR training
Current First Aid training
Current DAN Oxygen Administration training
5.31
9.DAN personal divers insurance5.31
10.Current HazMat Training (cylinder handling & care)5.31
11.Dive logs submitted for all scientific dives2.70
12.Scientific Diver Certification5.32
13.In-Water Evaluation by Diving Safety Officer5.33
Note: Some requirements may be waived under certain conditions. Contact the Diving Safety Officer to discuss these options.

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