RAID DECO 40 COURSE

The Entry Into Technical Diving 40m/132ft

Your Gateway to Technical Diving

The RAID Deco 40 Course is your introduction to the world of technical diving, offering recreational divers a structured pathway to explore deeper depths with decompression techniques. Designed as a tech-lite program, it allows divers to experience extended bottom times while prioritizing safety and risk management.

Unlike traditional perceptions of technical diving, the Deco 40 program is accessible to the average diver, removing the myth that it requires extraordinary physical or mental strength. At The Divers Club, we ensure that this program bridges the gap between recreational and technical diving while remaining approachable and practical for all participants.

Why Choose the RAID Deco 40 Course?

1. Extend Your Limits:
   • Dive deeper, to a maximum of 40 meters (132 feet), and complete dives with up to 10 minutes of planned decompression.
   • Use advanced gas management strategies to optimize your underwater experience.
2. Recreational Gear Friendly:
   • Unlike traditional technical courses, the Deco 40 program allows divers to use modified recreational equipment, provided it meets certain requirements:
     • A BCD or wing with D-rings for attaching side-slung cylinders.
     • A 2-meter/7-foot primary regulator hose for safe gas sharing.
   • Twinset or sidemount configurations are optional and supported by The Divers Club instructors.
3. Step into Technical Diving:
   • Ideal for recreational divers ready to advance their skills and explore technical concepts.
   • A perfect first step for divers considering progression to programs like Deco 50 or other technical certifications.

Course Overview

Certifications and Skills Gained:

• Dive to a maximum of 40 meters (130 feet) with superior risk management.
• Use air, nitrox, oxygen, or an optional trimix blend (maximum END/EAD: 30 meters/100 feet).
• Conduct decompression dives with up to 10 minutes of decompression time using bailout gas.
• Optionally extend no-decompression dive times with 100% oxygen through multi-level gas switching.

Course Components:
The Deco 40 course includes six core manuals and quizzes, covering:

1. Equipment: Learn about gear configurations for decompression diving.
2. Physics: Understand gas laws and their impact on dive planning.
3. Physiology: Explore the effects of deeper depths and decompression on the body.
4. Management: Master dive planning, gas switching, and emergency protocols.
5. Confined Water Skills: Develop foundational skills in a controlled environment.
6. Open Water Training: Apply your skills in real-world conditions with 5 open water dives.

These dives also credit towards advanced programs like Deco 50, making this course a versatile and valuable step in your diving journey.

Training and Equipment Details

Dive Setup:

• Perform dives with a multi-gas switch computer to manage gases effectively.
• Use a bailout gas that is safe for the maximum depth of your dive.
• Bottom or back gas PO2: 1.4.

Skill Training:

• Participate in at least 1 confined water session and 5 open water dives.
• Develop gas switching, buoyancy, and decompression management techniques.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the RAID Deco 40 Course, you must:

• Be at least 16 years old and certified for at least 3 months.
• Hold the following certifications:
  • RAID Explorer 30 or RAID Advanced 35 (or equivalent).
  • RAID Nitrox Diver and RAID Deep 40 Diver (or equivalent).
• Have logged at least 20 hours underwater or 40 open circuit dives.
• Be certified in RAID Sidemount or RAID Twinset Diver (or equivalent) if using either configuration.

Important Notes

• The Deco 40 program is not an optimized decompression course but is designed for recreational divers seeking an advanced risk management approach.
• The course offers a trimix option, providing flexibility for divers who wish to expand their capabilities further.

Why Train with The Divers Club?

At The Divers Club, we combine expertise with a supportive training environment to ensure you achieve your diving goals. Our instructors are experienced in tailoring the Deco 40 course to suit your skills, equipment, and future ambitions, making this an ideal program for those eager to explore deeper and longer dives safely.

Ready to Take the First Step into Technical Diving?

Dive deeper, stay longer, and experience the thrill of technical diving with the RAID Deco 40 Course. Contact The Divers Club today to start your journey into advanced diving techniques!