Article A322-91 of the French Sports Code
November 7, 2023
The conditions for diving with oxygen and mixtures other than air are set out in annexes III-17 a, III-17 b, III-17 c, III-18 a, III-18 b and III-18 c.
The conditions for diving with oxygen and mixtures other than air are set out in annexes III-17 a, III-17 b, III-17 c, III-18 a, III-18 b and III-18 c.
The minimum partial pressure of oxygen inspired by the diver is limited to 160 hectopascals (0.16 bar). The maximum partial pressure of oxygen inspired by the diver during immersion is limited to 1,600 hectopascals (1.6 bar).
Cylinders are identified according to the gases contained. The manufacturer or distributor of a breathing mixture other than air shall record the following information on the identification sheet for each cylinder and in the establishment’s register: – the percentage of oxygen analysed and the theoretical composition of the gas mixture ; – the date of analysis; – the name of the manufacturer or distributor. Before diving, the end user completes…
When diving is carried out using rebreathers, these are certified in accordance with current standards. After having completed a qualifying course, adapted to the rebreather in question, from the Fédération française d’études et de sports sous-marins, the Fédération sportive et gymnique du travail, the Union nationale des centres sportifs de plein air, the Association nationale des moniteurs de plongée or the Syndicat national des moniteurs de plongée, or recognised by…
The practice of diving with nitrox mixes is subject to proof of nitrox aptitude for the divers and the person supervising the group in accordance with the table in Annex III-17 a. The conditions for diving with nitrox mixes are set out in annexes III-17 b and III-17 c.
The practice of diving with trimix or heliox mixes is subject to proof of aptitude by the divers and the person supervising the group in accordance with the table inAnnex III-18 a. The conditions for diving with trimix or heliox mixes are set out in annexes III-18 b and III-18 c.
In addition to the equipment listed in article A. 322-78, the organisation of a dive using trimix or heliox mix requires the presence of the following equipment at the launch or immersion site: -a weighted descent and ascent line which may also be used for decompression; -a copy of the planned dive schedule(s); -logistical support or a practice support boat with an authorised person on the surface to manoeuvre it.
Diving in a pool or diving pit whose depth exceeds 6 metres is subject to the provisions relating to diving in the natural environment. By way of derogation from the provisions of subsections 1 and 2, when diving takes place in a pool or diving pit the depth of which does not exceed 6 metres, the diving supervisor shall hold at least the teaching level 1 (E1) mentioned inappendix III-15…
By decision of the operator of the physical activity or sports establishment, a group of divers who hold a certificate issued by the Fédération française d’études et de sports sous-marins, the Fédération sportive et gymnique du travail, the Union nationale des centres sportifs de plein air, the Association nationale des moniteurs de plongée, the Syndicat national des moniteurs de plongée or the Confédération mondiale des activités subaquatiques and who can…
In application of the provisions of article R. 322-41, the holder of one of the following diplomas may act as a hyperbaric prevention advisor for dives in the 0 to 40 metre range: -State certificate in sports education (1st degree), option: underwater diving ; -State diploma in youth, popular education and sport, specialising in sports development, with a focus on underwater diving; -Higher State diploma in youth, popular education and…
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