B18A

Description

Qualified to supervise air or mixed gas dives using SCUBA and surface supplied diving equipment. Responsible to the Diving Officer for the safe conduct of diving operations. Proficient in operation of Navy approved underwater breathing equipment, support systems, and recompression chambers, as well as in the diagnosis and treatment of diving injuries and illnesses, particularly those requiring recompression therapy. Familiar with operation and emergency procedures for diving systems, mixing and analyzing gases including computation of diver gas requirements and consumption, and ice diving operations. Possesses an in depth knowledge of underwater and terrestrial construction, inspection, and demolition procedures and methods and can perform these task in a permissive or non-permissive/contingency environment. Manages preventive and corrective maintenance on diving equipment, support equipment, and underwater construction equipment. Manages and administers certification and quality assurance programs on Navy approved diving systems and equipment. Conducts training and re-qualification of divers attached to the command. Ensures divers are trained in emergency procedures. Recommends qualifications of diving supervisors. Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of the scope and application of all naval instructions and publications pertaining to diving. Ensures that proper logs and reports are maintained and submitted as required.