Technical Diving - Safety Guidelines

• Follow the Rule of Thirds.
  Gas management must be followed by Technical Divers. According to this rule, one third of the breathing gas will be used for the exploration part of the dive. Half of the remaining gas supply will be used in going back, and the remaining one third will be reserved for certain emergencies and ascent.



• Learn to use mixed gases.
  Technical Divers use nitrox to reduce the risks of having Decompression Sickness or Nitrogen Narcosis and enable them to extend their bottom time at moderate depths. You should have undergone training on the nature and proper use of nitrox.



• Use the right pieces of Scuba Diving Equipment.
  Specialized Diving Variations call for specialized gear which will meet the demands of the activity. For instance, Technical Divers use nitrox to enable them to extend their bottom time. Hence, they need nitrox cylinders or gear which is compatible with nitrox.



• Monitor your rate of ascent.
  Slower rates of ascending as well as deeper Decompression stops give you more chances of preventing the occurrence of Decompression sickness. Keep in mind that a Decompression stop is important since it helps prevent the formation of nitrogen bubbles in the blood as well as in the tissues of the body.