Master Rescue
Risk assessment, advanced buoyancy, and response to underwater and surface emergencies — the best rescue is the one you never need.
RAID Master Rescue is for experienced divers who want to look after themselves and their buddies. A lot of the course is about reducing problems before they start; the rest is handling underwater and surface emergencies cleanly when they do happen. Useful whether you’re heading toward professional training or simply want a stronger recreational skill set.
A dive computer is mandatory for this course. We can provide one, or you can bring your own.
Who
From 15 years old. Explorer 30 or Advanced 35 or equivalent, or Open Water with four specialties including Deep 40 or equivalent. RAID First Aid and Oxygen Administration or equivalent. Minimum 12 hours logged in open water. Under 18 needs parent or guardian consent. Before any in-water session: online registration with medical questionnaire, liability release and safe-diving statement.
Why
The knowledge and skills for self-rescue and to assist other divers.
What
Minimum two days. Online presentations, quizzes and exam. Confined-water skills plus 4 open-water dives and at least 2.5 hours underwater. Extra rescue equipment in play: first aid, emergency oxygen, pocket mask, throw bag, buoyancy aids. Dive computer required (ours or yours).
Where
Confined/pool: maximum 5 m / 15 ft. Open water: not deeper than your certification, and not greater than 30 m / 100 ft.
When
Flexible around your availability and the weather.
With
RAID Open Circuit Instructor.