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SEL Number: 01WA-02-HLMT
Title: Helmet, Surface Supplied Air, Diving


Last Updated: 6/8/2011 4:43:29 PM

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Description: Diving helmet used with surface supplied air systems.

ImportantFeatures: Should be of lightweight, durable construction; facepiece should provide a wide field of vision and be scratch resistant. Air line inlets should be a swivel or comparable mount with 360-degree movement for freedom of movement. Inlets should be capable of accommodating hardwire communications.

Operating Considerations: Note: If this helmet is to be used in contaminated water diving situations, helmet materials and construction should be checked to ensure the helmet's materials are capable of resisting hazardous materials that could be encountered.

Training Requirements: Core Training: Public Safety Diver with nationally-recognized dive certification. NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1006, Chapter 13.
Initial Training: Extensive (> 2 days)
Sustainment Training: Extensive (> 2 days)

Mandatory Standards:

Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Law Enforcement: Dive Team
  • Law Enforcement: Maritime
  • Law Enforcement: Preventive Rad/Nuc Detection