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APPENDIX D: COMMENTARY ON TRAINING
Pages 101-103

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From page 101...
... control systems, communications, navigation systems, operational instrumentation; · all operational and emergency procedures; · physiological parameters and safety considerations required in the closed environment of the submersible cabin; · all test principles and procedures; · maintenance, overhaul, and documentation requirements and procedures; · Coast Guard rules and regulations as they apply to passenger submersible operations; · the ocean environment in and on which the submersible will operate; and · first aid as taught by the American Red Cross or a branch of military service (this must include a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification)
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From page 102...
... When the pilot candidate is considered ready for qualification he should be able to demonstrate his ability to: · maneuver the vehicle on the surface, while diving, in mid-water, and on the bottom, while remaining in full control at all times, perform obstacle avoidance course changes, demonstrate the precision control required during the course of normal operations, and be able to surface under normal and real or synthesized casualty conditions; · to operate all equipment normally installed on or associated with the submersible; · supervise all support activities and functions such as communications, tracking, operational replenishment, and any other activities associated with operation of his particular organization; · perform all emergency procedures including the solving of life support system emergencies that might occur in the cabin while submerged; and · provide passenger management during both normal and emergency situations. A similarly comprehensive training program is recommended for all submersible operational crewmen.
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... It is in those roles that the physical requirements, psychological stresses, and individual training requirements are highest. However, the rest of the operating team—the submersible support group~ust not be taken for granted or ignored.
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Key Terms

  • emergency procedures
  • apprenticeship phase
  • final apprenticeship
  • sufficient knowledge
  • actual dives

  • exceed six
  • american red
  • activities associated
  • complete ocean
  • buoyancy emergency

  • submersible principles
  • solo operation
  • handling equipment
  • personal observations
  • environmental control

  • submersible activity
  • buoyancy materials
  • obstacle avoidance
  • similarly comprehensive
  • written examinations

  • training course
  • activity exceed
  • closed environment
  • six months
  • avoidance course

  • physiological parameters
  • water familiarization
  • perform obstacle
  • candidate progresses
  • considerations required


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