SSI SCR Mares Horizon Extended Range (40 Meter)
The SCR Extended Range program provides divers with the training necessary to independently plan and conduct limited decompression dives, using nitrox to a maximum depth of 40 meters and specialised diving equipment and procedures, for a maximum accumulated decompression time of 25 minutes, with an equally-or more-qualified dive buddy.
This course is designed for the Mares Horizon SCR, The Horizon is a Semi-Closed Rebreather which in easy terms is a Nitrox gas extender. It is built to be simple to make diving it even easier than open circuit and give you even more diving time.
Prerequisites:
- Minimum Age: 18
- Certification Prerequisites: Deep Diving, Enriched Air Nitrox
- Logged Dives: 24
Equipment:
A complete XR SCR Total Diving System that:
- A semi-closed rebreather that has CE-type and SSI approval
- A single bottom gas cylinder (minimum volume: 5.7 liters) and bailout regulator with:
- Second stage with 1- to 2-meter hose and SPG
- Low-pressure inflator hose or quick-connect compatible with the unit
- Oxygen cleaned as required
- A single decompression gas cylinder (minimum volume: 5.7 liters) and bailout regulator with:
- Second stage with 1- to 2-meter hose and SPG
- Low-pressure inflator hose or quick-connect compatible with the unit
- Oxygen cleaned as required
- Backup OC/CCR computer for bailout in the event of a system failure
- Two masks
- Fins
- Exposure suit appropriate for the environment
- Two cutting devices
- A compass
- Two signaling devices for deploying from depth (red and yellow surface marker buoys are recommended, but follow local guidelines)
- A reel or spool (appropriate for the maximum planned depth)
- One surface signaling device (whistle or similar)
- Extended Range Dive Planning Sheets, and either wet notes or slate for dive plans
- Logbook
- Manufacturer and/or SSI Pre-Dive Checklist
We will complete an academic development classroom session. Here we will complete a full equipment configuration. You must complete a final exam with a passing score of 80%.
Open Water training days will be at dive center of your choice.
