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The official podcast of the ADCI! Where the focus is on the safety of the diver at the end of the hose. Tune in monthly for the latest industry news and safety topics concerning the commercial diving industry.

ADCI - Association of Diving Contractors International


    • Jun 5, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 6m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


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    Commercial Diving Schools: Audits and Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 66:10


    In this episode, hosted by Phil Newsum, cohosted by Gary Jones and Armando Gonzalez. We start off the episode by giving an update on the recent loss of accreditation by Commercial Diving Technologies in Hudson, Florida. Phil gives factual information and tells us what it means for students. We talk about the expectations that the industry has for dive schools and how they can improve. We also touch on some changes that are being made with commercial diving education standards. This show is produced by Bottom Dwellers Media for ADCI with special thanks to Broco-Rankin. Please log onto adci-int.org for more info and TheBottomDwellers.com for links to our shows.

    Hyperbaric Medicine and You: A discussion with HM Recompression Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 82:56


    We have a great conversation with the folks at HM Recompression. An episode that you will want to listen to again. Some great information on the services HM provides and also a larger conversation on the importance of providing your divers fast access to emergency Recompression. With more and more chambers not treating divers, it is imperative that we find ways to keep our divers safe. Please leave your comments below and let us know what you think.

    Engineer Divers with Consor Engineers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 69:49


    Commercial diving isn't just about construction and oil. We have an amazing conversation about engineering and diving. Listen in as we speak with Ikaika Kincaid, Laura Miller, and Colton Powell of Consor Engineers, an ADCI member company. Consor has a wealth of experience performing commercial diving and underwater structural assessments. We are pleased to have them on the Downline to help highlight the role that engineer divers and technicians play in keeping our infrastructure and waterfront structures operating. Don't forget to subscribe to The Downline on all major podcast platforms! Spread the word and tell anyone interested in commercial diving.

    Keeping it Real with Kirby Morgan Dive Systems featuring Blair Mott of KMDSI

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 62:24


    In this amazing episode we talk with Blair Mott of Kirby Morgan Dive Systems. A great conversation about equipment and the importance of diving with genuine Kirby Morgan products from authorized dealers. This episode was recorded at Underwater Interventions 2023 in New Orleans, LA. The Downline is the official podcast of ADCI and is hosted by Phil Newsum the Executive Director of ADCI.

    Union Diving with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 77:00


    We speak with Olaf Olsen, representative for the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters. We break down some of the misconceptions and myths of becoming a union contractor and diver. Olaf tells us about the new dive school in New Jersey, how you can attend, the benefits of receiving training from the Union, and future work in expanding sectors such as wind. An exciting episode that provides a lot of information to think about whether you are a Union contractor or not. Please comment and let us know your thoughts on the topics discussed. This episode was brought to you by Dryden Diving Company. Stay tuned for future episodes of The Downline! Follow The ADCI on instagram, facebook, and linked-in.

    Commercial Diving and Salvage with Subsalve Lift Bags

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2023 61:03


    In this episode we have a great conversation with Subsalve founder Richard Fryburg. We learn about the rich history of Subsalve and the role they have played in helping the ADCI make lift bag operations safer. This episode is brought to you by Subsalve liftbags and Baytech Industries.

    Commercial diving in the Gulf of Mexico and how to succeed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 78:38


    Real information and insight into the oil and gas industry related to the Gulf of Mexico. We speak with Pat Jeffries and William Bratkowski, two industry leaders, who give up to date news and advice. An episode that is good for any company, diver, or tender working in the GOM.

    SCUBA: When, why, and how to use as an acceptable mode of commercial diving

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 66:57


    There are many considerations to take into account when using SCUBA as a mode of commercial driving. This episode is packed full of information that clears up some misinformation that may be out there. We touch on some of the proposed changes to the new upcoming ADCI consensus standards revision. This is an important episode to listen to so we can get your feedback on some of the proposed changes.

    "All your ducks in a row"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 34:17


    In this November episode we cover a variety of topics including updates from the recent ADCI chapter meetings this fall. Armando also talks about the importance of divers having all their certs in order and what to do when work gets slow. Gary shares exciting news about a new NHI Bridge Inspection manual and a call for commercial diving photos for said manual!  Stay tuned for monthly episodes of the Downline!

    Taking Care of Your Life Support Equipment with special guest Karl Miller of Baytech Industries

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 59:03


    We have an amazing show covering topics from hat maintenance to the use of full face masks in commercial scuba diving. We have Karl Miller on from Baytech Industries and he talks about equipment maintenance requirements. Please keep tuning in monthly for pertinent information related to the commercial diving industry.

    ADCI's worldwide approach to commercial diving safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 75:36


    In this inaugural episode of the new ADCI podcast, our panel, discusses the perils of hookah as a mode for commercial diving and why an update to the consensus standards is needed. We also discuss the latest news in the commercial diving industry. Stay tuned, you dont want to miss out on the first episode of "The Downline".

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