RCCR Introductory Mine Diver
Entry-level recreational CCR mine diving with light penetration beyond continuous exit access, teaching mine-specific navigation and line techniques on rebreather. Covers abandoned mine hazards, silt management, reduced light situations, navigation in enclosed flooded spaces, and emergency procedures specific to mine diving on CCR. Ideal for exploring European and American flooded mining sites safely on rebreather.
Prerequisites
IANTD RCCR Limited Mine Diver or equivalent certification (or IANTD RCCR Cavern Diver for cave track). Proof of minimum 40 logged rebreather dives and 40 hours of underwater time on specific rebreather unit. Minimum age 18 years. Maximum depth 132 fsw (40 msw) with continuous exit access.
Standards
What a diver must demonstrate to pass this course — not always published by the certifying agency.
Demonstrate mine-specific buoyancy control, safe line navigation in enclosed spaces, natural light exit awareness, hazard recognition specific to abandoned mines, silt management techniques, reduced visibility operations, and CCR-specific mine emergency procedures.
Instructors Teaching This Course
United States
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Dive Centres Offering This Course
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Common questions about IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver
What are the prerequisites for IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver?
IANTD's standards require: IANTD RCCR Limited Mine Diver or equivalent certification (or IANTD RCCR Cavern Diver for cave track). Proof of minimum 40 logged rebreather dives and 40 hours of underwater time on specific rebreather unit. Minimum age 18 years. Maximum depth 132 fsw (40 msw) with continuous exit access.
What is the minimum age for IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver?
IANTD's standards state: Minimum age 18 years.
How many dives do I need before starting IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver?
IANTD's standards state: Proof of minimum 40 logged rebreather dives and 40 hours of underwater time on specific rebreather unit.
What does IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver training involve?
According to IANTD's published standards: Demonstrate mine-specific buoyancy control, safe line navigation in enclosed spaces, natural light exit awareness, hazard recognition specific to abandoned mines, silt management techniques, reduced visibility operations, and CCR-specific mine emergency procedures.
Where can I take IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver?
2 dive centres and 8 instructors in the TecDiveTools directory teach IANTD RCCR Introductory Mine Diver, in Thailand, the United States and Mexico. Each is listed further up this page.