Why PADI
Search and Recovery Diver?
Have you ever dropped something in the
water? Are you looking for lost treasure? The PADI Search
and Recovery Diver Specialty course will teach you effective
ways to find objects underwater and bring them to the
surface.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or Junior
Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification
from another organization) OR
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver
AND PADI Underwater Navigation certifications (or
qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
What will I do?
You'll learn search and
recovery dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques
and potential problems. You'll also cover limited visibility,
search patterns and safe object recovery using lift
devices.
How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 24
- Minimum Open Water Training: four dives
over two days
What will I need
- Search and Recovery-Pak, which includes
manual, video and log insert
Where can I go from here?
Your Adventures In Diving
Search and Recovery Adventure Dive may count toward
this Specialty certification at instructor discretion.
This specialty can also be used as one of five Specialty
certifications required for your Master Scuba Diver
certification. If you want to learn how to find things
underwater, visit your local PADI Dive Center or Resort.
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