TDI TRAINING - DECOMPRESSION PROCEDURES

This course examines the theory, methods and procedures of planned stage decompression diving. The objective of this course is to train divers how to plan and conduct a standard staged decompression dive not exceeding a maximum depth of 150fsw/45msw unless taught in conjunction with TDI Advanced Nitrox. The most common equipment requirements, gear set-ups, decompression techniques and decompression mixtures (including oxygen and nitrox) are presented.
Class Includes:
- TDI Manual and table
- Certification Processing
Pre-requisite:
The instructor has final approval authority on accepting anyone into the class even though minimum prerequisites have been met.
Minimum Age: 18
Class Fee: $349.00*
*Combine this course with TDI Advanced Nitrox for only $599!
Class Schedule:
- June 8, 10, 15, 18, 19 - St James
- August 31, September 2, 8, 18, 19 - Lake Wazee
Required Equipment:
- Technical style BCD capable for proper lift and attachment hardware. Must be adequate for equipment configuration.
- Regulators-
(2) 1st stage with primary, LPI hose, SPG and Drysuit Inflation (if applicable)
(1) Pony Regulator Oxygen clean with SPG
- Dive computer and backup depth gauge and bottom timer.
- Single Tank Configuration - minimum 108 cu. ft. cylinder with H-Valve
- Double Tank Configuration - minimum of 85 LP cu. ft. cylinders with an isloation manifold..
- Decompression Mix Cylinder- Volume appropriate (minimum 30 cu. ft. cylinder) for the planned dive and student gas consumption. Cylinders must be cleaned and labeled in accordance with course standards.
- Exposure suit adequate for the open water environment and/or maximum planned depth.
- Reel or spool (minimum 100’ line).
- Lift bag or other approved surface marker buoy (minimum 50# lift).
- Access to oxygen analyzer.
- Underwater multi-page wrist slate.
- Cutting device
Equipment and Gas Fills are the responsibility of the student.
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