All commercial diving operations are supervised or instructed by trained personnel. This requires dive training and field diving experience. All commercial diving operations are supervised or instructed by trained personnel. The CSCUBA 60m Air Diving Supervisor/Instructor training program gives personnel a better understanding of the supervisor/instructor role in managing the site and maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel. It also improves understanding of how to plan and execute dive jobs.

All diving jobs are different; each requires a unique approach. This training teaches how to gather information, assess the team's ability, approach the job with safety as a top priority, and ensure diving standards are followed, among other facets of diving operations.

Leadership is a key component when supervising or instructing. One leadership style is not always appropriate for every job. Having multiple styles is like having multiple skills; you can choose the best one for the job. Our training identifies these roles and teaches supervisors/instructor how each has its own effective qualities.

To qualify to attend this program, the prerequisites are:

100 logged dives and 3 years of logged experience as a CSCUBA 60m Air Diver or equivalent

Course Outline:

I.     Elements of supervising/instructing
II.     Motivation and communication
III.     Legal responsibilities under local and worldwide diving legislation and regulations
IV.    Health analysis, safety analysis, hazardous analysis
V.    Site emergencies and accident investigation
VI.    Dive accident prevention and management planning

For more information and/or qualifications, please contact Capt. Black at captblack@cda.edu or 352.421.3476