This entry level emergency response diving course is designed to give the public safety diver the fundamental skills needed to safely function as part of a public safety dive team and is OSHA and NFPA compliant. Topics such as problem solving, tender skills, search patterns and evidence handling are covered just to name a few. Dive skills include executing search patterns, victim recovery, emergency procedures and decontamination procedures among others. ERD I also serves as a prerequisite to ERD Ops Components

"Become a highly skilled underwater emergency responder with the comprehensive Emergency Response Diver (ERDI) training program, offered at Sink or Swim Scuba. We provide all three levels of ERDI certification, ensuring you receive the appropriate training for your needs and career goals.

The ERDI program is structured in three progressive levels:

• Awareness:
  • This foundational level introduces the principles and concepts of public safety diving through academic learning.
  • It provides essential knowledge for those involved in supporting roles during emergency operations.
• Operations:
  • This level focuses on developing practical, non-diving skills crucial for assisting in emergency response scenarios.
  • Training emphasizes surface support, equipment handling, and operational procedures.
• Technician (ERDI I):
  • This advanced level, which we also provide, involves intensive practical training in real-world underwater rescue and recovery techniques.
  • Participants learn specialized skills such as underwater search patterns, victim recovery, and dive site management.

Why Choose ERDI Training with Sink or Swim Scuba?

• Complete Training Spectrum:
  • We offer all three ERDI levels, allowing you to progress from foundational knowledge to advanced technical skills.
• Expert Instruction:
  • Our experienced and certified ERDI instructors deliver high-quality training, ensuring you gain the competence and confidence required for public safety diving.
• Industry-Recognized Certification:
  • Earning your ERDI certification through Sink or Swim Scuba demonstrates your commitment to professional standards.
• Comprehensive Skill Development:
  • Our programs cover a wide range of essential skills, including search and recovery, victim handling, and dive site management.

Who Should Pursue ERDI Training?

• Law enforcement agencies
• Fire rescue departments
• Search and rescue teams
• Public safety professionals
• Divers seeking specialized emergency response training

Key Takeaways:

• Gain comprehensive knowledge of public safety diving principles.
• Develop practical skills for assisting in emergency operations.
• Master advanced underwater rescue and recovery techniques.
• Earn industry-recognized ERDI certifications.

Advance Your Public Safety Diving Skills.

Contact Sink or Swim Scuba today to learn more about our ERDI Awareness, Operations, and Technician (ERDI I) training programs. We are here to help you reach your goals in the field of public safety diving.