UW Communication Diving

UW Communication Diving

The purpose of the SSI Underwater Communication Specialty Diver Course is to explain what diving communication is, how it works, and how it can be used. We will be discussing how to get the
best performance out of today’s technology and how communications can be fully integrated into
the many activities that are performed during dives for business, study, research, recreation, and
even teaching
The goals of Underwater Communication training are:
Teaching underwater and describing the environment and the animals is an interaction we’re used
to on the surface, why not underwater as well?
Conducting dives and classes with communications gives the ability to deliver the necessary instructions clearly and unambiguously instead of using gestures that can cause confusion or be misinterpreted. The communications are often essential. In some cases it can save a human life. People who
work underwater need to communicate with their colleagues underwater and the surface both for
logistical support and safety. The same is true for people whose business is teaching, education, or
recreation. How many times have you found it necessary to inform your colleague or even your boat
of what you were seeing, hearing, intending to do or not to do, or even simply to ask a question.

Diving from a boat has some difficulties for divers. In order to dive safely and comfortably from a boat, you need to know some common procedures. These are equipment setup, dive planning, general boat safety, entry and exit procedures.