ERDI ERD II Public Safety Diver Training in Stuart, Florida
ERDI • Public Safety Training
ERD II builds on ERD I and documented team experience. The course develops more capable public safety divers through additional search, recovery and team scenarios. Training should fit the team’s equipment, procedures and realistic mission requirements.
Who this course is for
- Minimum age 18.
- ERD I certification or an accepted equivalent.
- Current CPR, first aid and oxygen administration qualifications.
- Ten additional logged public safety dives after ERD I, with a recognized public safety team.
- Medical and equipment review before participation.
Course structure
ERD II includes academics, confined-water work and six open-water training dives. Standards call for daylight training to a maximum of 18 metres / 60 feet. Plan around eight hours of academic work and four hours of confined-water training, with additional time as needed to meet the performance requirements.
What you will work on
- Planning and carrying out public safety search and recovery scenarios.
- Team communications, evidence considerations and documentation.
- Use of a dry suit suitable for public safety diving and a full face mask with communications.
- Evaluated diver and surface-support performance within the team.
Scope and safety
ERD II develops public safety diving competence within the scope of training. It does not provide unrestricted authorization for every hazard, depth or contaminated-water environment.
Plan your course with Stuart Scuba
We confirm candidate eligibility, the equipment plan, course schedule and a written quote before enrollment. Public safety teams serving Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Palm City, Hobe Sound, Jupiter, West Palm Beach and Vero Beach can contact us to discuss training logistics.
Call (772) 600-8288 or ask about ERDI ERD II Public Safety Diver.
Frequently asked questions
Can I go straight from ERD I into ERD II?
The standards require ten additional logged public safety dives after ERD I, as well as the other prerequisites.
How many training dives are required?
ERD II requires six open-water dives, together with academic and confined-water training.
What exposure equipment is used?
The standards specify a dry suit suitable for public safety diving and a full face mask with communications.
Are these night dives?
The prescribed ERD II open-water training is conducted in daylight.
Where is the course organized?
Contact Stuart Scuba in Stuart, Florida. We confirm the classroom, practical training sites and meeting details before you enroll.
Can our team arrange a group course?
Yes. Tell us your team size, existing qualifications, equipment and training goals so we can review the course plan.
Is a particular course date guaranteed?
Course dates, instructor availability and suitable training conditions are confirmed before booking.
How much does the course cost?
Request a course quote. We will confirm tuition, materials, equipment arrangements and any site or charter costs before you commit.
Is rental equipment included?
Equipment arrangements are confirmed in the course quote. Tell us what you own and what you need before enrollment.
Can I use my own equipment?
Bring your equipment list for review. Equipment must suit the course, fit properly and be maintained for its intended use.
Is certification automatic after attending?
No. Certification requires completion of the required knowledge, practical work and performance evaluations.
Can another agency’s certification meet a prerequisite?
An equivalent may be accepted where the current course standard permits it. Send your certification details for review.
What if I need more practice?
Tell the instructor where you need help. Additional practice and scheduling are discussed before certification decisions are made.
What should I send with an inquiry?
Send the course name, your certifications, relevant experience, equipment and preferred dates. Teams should include the number of candidates.
Can weather change the training schedule?
Yes. Conditions and site suitability determine when practical training can proceed. The schedule is confirmed with the instructor.
Does ERD II replace our team’s procedures?
No. Course skills must be used within your team’s operational procedures, equipment limits and mission authorization.
Will this certify our entire agency?
Individual course completion does not certify an entire agency or guarantee compliance with every operational requirement.
Are current first response qualifications important?
Yes. Required CPR, first aid and oxygen qualifications must be current where specified by the course standard.
When is the equipment plan confirmed?
We review the equipment list and course arrangements before enrollment. Tell us what you own and what you need to arrange.
How do I start?
Call (772) 600-8288 or use our contact page. We will review prerequisites and outline the next steps.
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