The International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists (IADRS.org) will hold their annual public safety diver conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL on Nov 3-6, 2004. More information about the conference can be found online at:
http://www.iadrs.org/register.htm
0f by calling the IADRS at:
1-800-IADRS-911
The International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization serving the public safety diving community.
The IADRS is dedicated to helping water rescue professionals stay informed about advances in training, equipment, and life saving techniques. IADRS will continue to maintain an environment where water rescue professionals can communicate, so that we may all learn from our combined knowledge and experience.
November 3, 2004 (Wed)
Optional Recreational Dive
Registration, Open Exhibits, Cash Bar 4:00-7:00 pm
Opening Ceremony- The Life & Death of Public 7:00-9:00 pm
Safety Diving, presented by Steve Fleming
November 4, 2004 (Thur)
Registration, Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Tragedy in Indianapolis, presented by Dave Owens 9:00-10:30 am
Break (Open Exhibits) 10:30-10:45 am
Child Witness Interviews, presented by Terry Hall 10:45 -12:00 pm
Lunch (Open Exhibits) 12:00-1:00 pm
PSD Survival, presented John Carney 1:00-2:30 pm
Break (Open Exhibits) 2:30-2:45 pm
PSD Survival, presented by John Carney 2:45-5:00 pm
November 5, 2004 (Fri)
Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Diving in Contaminated Waters, presented by Steve Barsky 9:00-12:00 pm
and John Drewniak
Lunch (Open Exhibits) 12:00-1:00 pm
Equipment Standardization, presented by Jon Jackson 1:00-2:15 pm
Break (Open Exhibits) 2:15-2:30 pm
Update on NFPA, presented by Fred Jackson 2:30-3:30 pm
Protecting the Homeland Ports & Waterways, 3:30-5:00 pm
Presented by James Vaughan
November 6, 2004 (Sat)
Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Seth Foundation, presented by Sheila Burleson 9:00-9:30 am
Divers Alert Network 9:30-10:30 am
Break 10:30-10:45 am
Underwater Accident Investigations by Craig Jenni 10:45-11:30 am
Accidents Involving Mixed Gasses and Rebreathers 11:00-12:30 pm
presented by Craig Jenni
Lunch 12:30-1:30 pm
Overview of Current Technoloy, presented by Pete Miller 1:30-3:00 pm
Closing Ceremony 3:00-4:00 pm
Just five miles from Fort Lauderdale's famous beaches, you'll find another great Florida attraction: the Sheraton Suites at Cypress Creek Hotel. As the only full service all suite hotel in the area, you'll find yourself completely at ease here. Our beautiful atrium provides a peaceful atmosphere, filled with tropical plants and sunlit areas. Each of our guest suites includes separate sleeping and living areas filled with all of the comforts of home, from a refrigerator and microwave to two televisions and two telephones. However, if there's something else you need, all you have to do is let us know. Our warm and professional staff will make it their priority to take care of your request.
Hotel Location
555 NW 62nd Street (Cypress Creek Road)
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33309
954-772-5400
Directions
From the Florida Turnpike: Exit at Commercial Boulevard and turn left, heading east to Powerline Road. Turn left on Powerline Road to 62nd Street (Cypress Creek Road). Turn right on Cypress Creek Road and make a left turn at the first light.
From I-95: Exit the Interstate at the Cypress Creek Road exit. Head west on Cypress Creek Road. The hotel will be on the right, approximately 1/4 of a mile from I-95.
http://www.iadrs.org/register.htm
0f by calling the IADRS at:
1-800-IADRS-911
The International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization serving the public safety diving community.
- Our Mission -
The IADRS is dedicated to helping water rescue professionals stay informed about advances in training, equipment, and life saving techniques. IADRS will continue to maintain an environment where water rescue professionals can communicate, so that we may all learn from our combined knowledge and experience.
Conference Itinerary (tentative)
November 3, 2004 (Wed)
Optional Recreational Dive
Registration, Open Exhibits, Cash Bar 4:00-7:00 pm
Opening Ceremony- The Life & Death of Public 7:00-9:00 pm
Safety Diving, presented by Steve Fleming
November 4, 2004 (Thur)
Registration, Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Tragedy in Indianapolis, presented by Dave Owens 9:00-10:30 am
Break (Open Exhibits) 10:30-10:45 am
Child Witness Interviews, presented by Terry Hall 10:45 -12:00 pm
Lunch (Open Exhibits) 12:00-1:00 pm
PSD Survival, presented John Carney 1:00-2:30 pm
Break (Open Exhibits) 2:30-2:45 pm
PSD Survival, presented by John Carney 2:45-5:00 pm
November 5, 2004 (Fri)
Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Diving in Contaminated Waters, presented by Steve Barsky 9:00-12:00 pm
and John Drewniak
Lunch (Open Exhibits) 12:00-1:00 pm
Equipment Standardization, presented by Jon Jackson 1:00-2:15 pm
Break (Open Exhibits) 2:15-2:30 pm
Update on NFPA, presented by Fred Jackson 2:30-3:30 pm
Protecting the Homeland Ports & Waterways, 3:30-5:00 pm
Presented by James Vaughan
November 6, 2004 (Sat)
Open Exhibits 8:00-9:00 am
Seth Foundation, presented by Sheila Burleson 9:00-9:30 am
Divers Alert Network 9:30-10:30 am
Break 10:30-10:45 am
Underwater Accident Investigations by Craig Jenni 10:45-11:30 am
Accidents Involving Mixed Gasses and Rebreathers 11:00-12:30 pm
presented by Craig Jenni
Lunch 12:30-1:30 pm
Overview of Current Technoloy, presented by Pete Miller 1:30-3:00 pm
Closing Ceremony 3:00-4:00 pm
Sheraton Suites at Cypress Creek
Just five miles from Fort Lauderdale's famous beaches, you'll find another great Florida attraction: the Sheraton Suites at Cypress Creek Hotel. As the only full service all suite hotel in the area, you'll find yourself completely at ease here. Our beautiful atrium provides a peaceful atmosphere, filled with tropical plants and sunlit areas. Each of our guest suites includes separate sleeping and living areas filled with all of the comforts of home, from a refrigerator and microwave to two televisions and two telephones. However, if there's something else you need, all you have to do is let us know. Our warm and professional staff will make it their priority to take care of your request.
Hotel Location
555 NW 62nd Street (Cypress Creek Road)
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33309
954-772-5400
Directions
From the Florida Turnpike: Exit at Commercial Boulevard and turn left, heading east to Powerline Road. Turn left on Powerline Road to 62nd Street (Cypress Creek Road). Turn right on Cypress Creek Road and make a left turn at the first light.
From I-95: Exit the Interstate at the Cypress Creek Road exit. Head west on Cypress Creek Road. The hotel will be on the right, approximately 1/4 of a mile from I-95.