Gas Blending Programs

Enriched Air Nitrox and Trimix are the lifeblood of diving exploration and learning how to safely and competently prepare them is an essential skill that is in constant demand within the dive industry. The IANTD Gas Blender programs equip students with the skills and knowledge to blend gases to the highest of industry standards.

Working with high pressure gases presents unique hazards that demand special precautions and training. The IANTD Gas Blender training programs teach essential knowledge, skills, and procedures to safely and competently prepare EANx and Trimix gas blends.

These gas blender programs provide coverage of oxygen safety procedures, the many different methods of blending EANx and Trimix, and the unique properties of oxygen: its forms, purities, hazards, and the skills and knowledge required to handle it in a safe and competent manner.

Gas Blender Programs

• Nitrox Gas Blender
• Trimix Gas Blender

IANTD EANx Gas Blender

This non-diving program is designed to train competent personnel in the safe handling of oxygen and the preparation of enriched air nitrox for diving use.

Upon completion of this program, the student will have developed a thorough understanding of the physical properties of oxygen; its forms, purities, hazards and the essential skills and knowledge to handle it in a safe and competent manner. Students will be able to blend Enriched Air Nitrox according to accepted industry practices. The program includes theory and a practical training session.

Note that the IANTD UK EANx Blender program is a blending-only qualification.

Course Details

Prerequisites:

• Must have a need to become a blender (such as working for an EANx facility). If not affiliated with a facility, must be a qualified Advanced EANx Diver and located in a remote area.
• Must be recommended by an IANTD Instructor or Facility.
• To service specific brands of equipment for EANx use, the blender must be a qualified technician with the manufacturer of the equipment being serviced.

Equipment Requirements:

• IANTD Gas Blender Student Kit
• IANTD-approved mixing station
• Own or have access to an oxygen analyzer
• All equipment used in this program must be compatible with the EANx mixtures being prepared and the method in which the EANx is being blended

IANTD Trimix Gas Blender

This non-diving program is designed to train competent personnel in the safe handling of oxygen and the preparation of trimix for diving use.

Upon completion of this program, the student will have developed a thorough understanding of the physical properties of oxygen and helium; their forms, purities, hazards and the essential skills and knowledge to handle them in a safe and competent manner. Students will be able to prepare Helium blends according to accepted industry practices. The program includes theory and a practical training session.

Note that the IANTD UK Trimix Blender program is a blending-only qualification.

Course Details

Prerequisites:

• Must be qualified as an IANTD EANx Gas Blender or equivalent.
• Must have a need to become a blender (such as working for an EANx facility). If not affiliated with a facility, must be a qualified Trimix Diver and located in a remote area.
• Must be recommended by an IANTD Instructor or Facility.
• To service specific brands of equipment for EANx use, the blender must be a qualified technician with the manufacturer of the equipment being serviced.

Equipment Requirements:

• IANTD Gas Blender Student Kit
• IANTD-approved mixing station
• Own or have access to an oxygen analyzer
• Helium analyzer recommended