Commercial SCUBA Air Diver: 30m (Class IV)

Class IV Commercial SCUBA Diver (30m) Overview

This comprehensive program prepares individuals for commercial SCUBA diving operations up to 30 meters. It covers essential knowledge and practical skills in areas such as diving physics, physiology, first aid, oxygen administration, and decompression theory.

Course Structure

  • Theory Component: Completed independently before attending the practical sessions. This includes modules on diving terms, physics, physiology, first aid, oxygen administration, and more.

  • Practical Training: Conducted on-site at The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine or another approved commercial diving school. This hands-on training focuses on applying theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting, ensuring participants are proficient in using SCUBA equipment, managing emergencies, and executing safe dives.

Modules Include:

  • Diving Terms

  • Diving Physics

  • Diving Physiology

  • Practical Diving First Aid (PDFA) – First Aid & Diving Modules

  • Oxygen Administration for the Commercial Diver

  • Pre-Sea

  • Diving Legislation

  • Approaches to Safety

  • Diving Safety: Underwater Hazards

  • Diving Medical Emergency Response Plan (DMERP)

  • Diving Equipment: SCUBA

  • Decompression Theory and Tables

  • Air Chambers Safe use of Oxygen and BIBS

  • Class IV Final Exams

Certification and Skills

Graduates of the Class IV program are certified to work with SCUBA equipment, enabling them to perform shallow-water tasks safely. They are equipped with the skills to manage emergencies and execute safe dives.

Career Path

After completing Class IV, divers can progress to Class III, which involves more complex tasks using surface-supplied diving systems. This progression allows divers to take on more challenging roles in the commercial diving industry, such as underwater construction and repair work, where they can utilize specialized equipment and techniques.

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