Training scientific divers for zero visibility diving

Abstract

East Carolina University (ECU) supports scientific diving programs in Marine Geology, Marine Biology, Maritime History and Intercoastal Marine Resources. Research objectives are sometimes found in low or zero visibility waters, which can subject divers to environmental and personal hazards. The diving safety office provides a training program through the use of a zero visibility obstacle course and related skills that are designed to develop composure and skills for diving under zero visibility conditions.