HOLLIS Prism2 Rebreather Course

Purpose

The ISE Hollis Prism2 Rebreather course is a diver education program that introduces divers to the safe use of a ECCR Rebreather - specifically the HOLLIS Prism2. The course covers the basics of Rebreather diving and is designed to introduce divers to the skills and knowledge required for safe operation of the specific unit.

Training includes environmental awareness, dive planning, team work, , stress management, standard and emergency procedures, rescue techniques, mastering the hazards of rebreather diving

To qualify for this type of instruction, participants do not need prior rebreather training but must be proficient with general diving skills.

Prerequisites

  • Must be 18 years old and above.
  • Must be ISE Fourndations (Rec) qualified. (or comparable)
  • Must have a minimum of 100 dives beyond open water qualification.
  • Must be able to perform the following: 400 meters swimming in less than 15 min & free dive a distance of 15 Meters; or alternatively, Snorkel 800 meters (with fins) in less than 18 min. & free dive a distance of 25 meters; or alternatively, Run 1000 Meters in less than 5 min.

Duration

This class will be conducted over a duration of 5 days, and involves at least 8 dives.

Limits

  • Student to instructor ratio will not exceed 3:1 in all in-water and surface sessions.
  • Maximum training depth of 40 meters.
  • No decompression.
  • Air Diluent
  • Certification expires after 3 years. Students have to re-qualify. (An evaluation dive)

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