Working a job there last month, the pull went from nothing to strong in under a minute. My umbilical got a nasty wrap on a submerged beam I didn't see. Anyone else had a sudden surge issue in that specific area?
I now inspect all my suit seals, and it prevents dangerous leaks.
I've been on a few projects where the boss stays on the boat all day. It makes sense for safety, but it feels like they miss out on what's really happening below. We end up relying more on each other for decisions. It's changed how our team talks on dives.
They were made for ideal conditions. Real dives have currents and cold. It's a gamble every time.
We used hand signals more than voice. Do you think new tech makes things safer or just more complex?
Early in my career, we used basic rope signals to pass messages. Modern gear includes clear voice links for constant contact. Do you ever feel the old methods made us more aware of each other?
Nothing worse than a cold shower post-job.
I almost had a bad situation because I stored my rig in a hot shed over the winter. The heat made a small o-ring in my regulator dry out and crack. Didn't notice until I was doing my pre-dive check, and it failed the pressure test. That tiny piece could have meant a free-flow at depth. Now I keep spares in a cool, dark place and check them more often. It's a simple thing that gets overlooked. Just a heads-up to give your seals a good look before you suit up.