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Diver Propulsion Vehicle

Extend your exploration with DPV training

Extend your exploration, reduce your workload and see more of a dive site through DPV training that emphasizes planning, task management, and specialized skills to prevent diving hazards.

Duration

Min 5 hours practical dive training, 5 hours theory and briefings

Prerequisites

Must be at least 18 years old, SwedTech Scuba Diver certification or equivalent, proof of at least 50 dives, excellent health status

Learning Objectives

  • Properly assemble and operate a DPV
  • Maintain correct body positioning while using the device
  • Control direction fluidly using both the DPV and fins
  • Handle equipment failures and contingencies safely
  • Maintain team coordination during DPV operations

Course Limits & Requirements

  • First two dives: max 30m depth
  • Subsequent dives: max 60m depth
  • Maximum PO2: 1.4 bar
  • Maximum END: 30 meters
  • No overhead/enclosed environments
  • Maximum 3 students per instructor

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