Introduction
The ERD II program is designed to enable the student to develop detailed knowledge and advanced skills in emergency response diving. It also serves as a base to develop experience and as a prerequisite for ERD II level Ops Components and ERDI Supervisor. This course may be taught in conjunction with ERD I Diver at the discretion of the instructor.
Prerequisites
- ERD I or equivalent
- Minimum age 18
- CPR 1st or equivalent
- CPROx or equivalent
- 10 or more logged public safety dives either training or operational dives beyond ERD I with a recognized public safety dive team *
Qualifications of Graduates
Upon successful completion of this course, ERD II Divers may engage in rescue and recovery operations and activities under the direct authority of a sanctioned emergency response team provided that the activities, geography and environmental conditions do not exceed the level of training.
