1. Weight Systems

2. Objectives List and discuss safety features for weight systems. Compare various weight systems for scuba. Describe proper removal techniques.

3. Main Points Safety features Systems –Weight belts –Harness/Suspenders –Weight Integrated Removal

4. Safety Features Quick Release –Must be accessible Buckle direction –Must be consistent –Right hand release is conventional Allow for suit compression Weights –Proper amount –Secured –Distribution

5. Systems Weight Belt Suspenders Weight Integrated Buoyancy Compensator

6. Weight Belts Styles –Plain belt –Pouches Materials –Nylon webbing –Rubber Belt Compensating Features Weights –Hard Block Bullet Hip weights –Soft

7. Weight Styles and Materials

8. Weight Types

9. Miscellaneous Features

10. Weight Harness/Suspenders Weight supported by shoulders and hips Less likely to slip Easy to adjust up and down on body More expensive Bulky compared to some systems

11. Weight Integrated Buoyancy Compensator

12. Weight Integrated Buoyancy Compensator cont. Advantages –Weights are secure Won’t slip or rotate –Less pressure on your back –No belt on your hips Disadvantages –Must handle weight of cylinder and weights combined

13. Removal Make sure weights are clear of body –Pull to arms length when removing After diving remove belt first

14. Main Points Safety features Systems –Weight belts –Harness/Suspenders –Weight Integrated Removal

15. Objectives List and discuss safety features for weight systems. Compare various weight systems for scuba. Describe proper removal techniques.