Lesson 120

Lesson two: Deep Water Entry – Put on Scuba Kit at the Surface, Controlled Seated Entry

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Skills Overview - Scuba Kit at the Surface, Controlled Seated Entry

One type of entry you may practice is the controlled seated entry followed by putting your scuba kit on at the surface in water too deep in which to stand. This is a useful technique when diving from small boats in which there is not enough room to kit up. It is also useful for entering the water from heights too great for a giant stride – you lower your kit on a line and descend to the water on a ladder. You may also use this technique if you’re not physically able to wear scuba gear out of water.

Completely assemble your gear, check your SPG for enough air and be sure the cylinder valve is open.
Although you’re not wearing your kit, you go through the steps of your predive safety check.
If your BCD has integrated weights but will float adequately, then weights may be in place. For a separate weight system or if your gear won’t float, you will put the weights on in the water after putting on your scuba kit. Don’t enter the water without your BCD while
wearing your weight system.
After you and your buddy(ies) are in your gear, finish the F – Final Check - step of your predive safety check, making sure that all buckles are secure, no hoses are trapped, nothing dangles and everything is where it should be.
In many instances, the controlled seated entry is suitable for getting into the water while wearing scuba gear. Partially inflate your BCD and breathe from your regulator before entering. As you turn to ease into the water, be sure your cylinder has cleared the platform edge.

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