Did we decide if we only dive the best titanium regulators, or only the best polycarbonate regulators (second stages, generally), or heaven forbid the best steel regulators? I need to be up on the best practices.
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As for Gear Standards...read...UCSC Standards for Diving Equipment...
USCS Standards 3.26:3.26 Flotation Devices
A. Each diver shall have the capability of achieving and maintaining positive buoyancy, independent of the
exposure suit.
B. Personal flotation systems, buoyancy compensators, dry suits, or other vari
able volume buoyancy
compensation devices shall b
e equipped with an exhaust valve.
C. These devices shall be functionally inspected and tested at intervals not to exceed twelve months.