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Equipment Techniques


Dive gear can add up, so it makes sense to know how to look after it properly. All those complex dials and settings? We’ve got you covered. This course is a must-have for those who are serious about diving.

The SSI Equipment Techniques certification is a theory-based course (both online and in-person), and dives can be added as optional extra.

Get the most out of your kit and keep it in top condition for longer by signing up today!

Topics covered include:

– selection of kit

– adjustment of kit

– kit care & maintenance

– how to do field repairs

– correct storage techniques

– preparing new kit

– masks, fins, and snorkels

– dive skins, dry suits, and wetsuits

– hoods, boots, and gloves

– weight systems, cylinders, valves, regulators, buoyancy compensators, power inflators

– information system consoles, dive computers, submersible pressure gauges, compasses, depth gauges, timing devices

– accessories (tools, lights, etc)

– underwater & overwater communication devices

– flags & floats, bags & boxes, specialist activity equipment

– preparing & packing for trips, during trips, post-trip procedures

Course Prerequisites:

– SSI Open Water Diver certificate if adding dives
– Medical history form if adding dives

Speciality course prices can be found here.

To book on to this course, simply get in touch.


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