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PRESSURE TESTING & CALIBRATION OF ACCESSORIES

This course on pressure testing and calibration of accessories is intended to give the candidate the information required to conduct a pressure test and check the calibration of accessories, whilst utilising correct operations procedures in a competent manner.

As a result, the candidate will become familiar with the following:

• Recording the item for pressure check / calibration

• Frequency of calibration

• Understanding the operations procedures

• Knowledge of reliable comparatives

• Recording pressure check and calibration results

• Pressure check/calibration certification

A hands on approach will be adopted during the courses and the candidate will have the opportunity to pressure check a selection of accessories.The purpose of pressure testing diving accessories is not intended as just being a “money making” service, on the contrary.

Whilst charging the client a service charge, pressure testing and calibration will identify any problems with such items as;

• Depth gauges

• Dive watches

• Dive computers

• Torches

• Cameras

• Any other diving accessory that relies on “O’” ring seals

The accuracy of depth gauges and computers is a major diver safety issue and should be addressed on a regular basis, as are the requirements to retest transportable pressure vessels (Cylinders) and diving regulator systems.

This course was designed and created by DESTCo.