The Downline

Hosted by ADCI - Association of Diving Contractors International

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The official podcast of the ADCI! Where the focus is on the safety of the diver at the end of the hose. Tune in monthly for the latest industry news and safety topics concerning the commercial diving industry.

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June 25, 20261 hr 13 min

Beyond Offshore: The Realities of Inland Commercial Diving

We are joined by Don Wilkins, the current ADCI President with Marine Solutions, Troy Gessner with IUS Diving, and Justin Scherf of J.F. Brennan. Listen as we discuss the contrast of the inland and offshore work environment. Sure to be an episode that you will listen to for years to come! We discuss the different hazards that are more prevalent in the inland diving sector when compared to offshore diving. A wealth of information for every diver and great education for client/ owners that hire dive companies to perform underwater work.

June 25, 20261 hr 29 min

The Future of Electronic Certifications for ADCI

Listen up! ADCI is transitioning to electronic record keeping and certifications. Listen as we speak with Anthony Greenwood of “Skill and Depth” as we go over the big changes and how to stay current with everything that ADCI has to offer commercial divers.

June 2, 20251 hr 31 min

Diving safety and record management with Tony Greenwood

Anthony Greenwood comes on as a guest to talk about his accomplishments and inroads he has made in the field of diver safety. An in depth conversation that highlights proper record keeping and a look inside the client side of dive safety.

June 5, 2024Episode 111 hr 6 min

Commercial Diving Schools: Audits and Expectations

In this episode, hosted by Phil Newsum, cohosted by Gary Jones and Armando Gonzalez. We start off the episode by giving an update on the recent loss of accreditation by Commercial Diving Technologies in Hudson, Florida. Phil gives factual information and tells us what it means for students. We talk about the expectations that the industry has for dive schools and how they can improve. We also touch on some changes that are being made with commercial diving education standards. This show is produced by Bottom Dwellers Media for ADCI with special thanks to Broco-Rankin. Please log onto adci-int.org for more info and TheBottomDwellers.com for links to our shows.

April 1, 2024Episode 101 hr 22 min

Hyperbaric Medicine and You: A discussion with HM Recompression Services

We have a great conversation with the folks at HM Recompression. An episode that you will want to listen to again. Some great information on the services HM provides and also a larger conversation on the importance of providing your divers fast access to emergency Recompression. With more and more chambers not treating divers, it is imperative that we find ways to keep our divers safe. Please leave your comments below and let us know what you think.

January 19, 2024Episode 81 hr 9 min

Engineer Divers with Consor Engineers

Commercial diving isn’t just about construction and oil. We have an amazing conversation about engineering and diving. Listen in as we speak with Ikaika Kincaid, Laura Miller, and Colton Powell of Consor Engineers, an ADCI member company. Consor has a wealth of experience performing commercial diving and underwater structural assessments. We are pleased to have them on the Downline to help highlight the role that engineer divers and technicians play in keeping our infrastructure and waterfront structures operating. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Downline on all major podcast platforms! Spread the word and tell anyone interested in commercial diving.

December 20, 20231 hr 2 min

Keeping it Real with Kirby Morgan Dive Systems featuring Blair Mott of KMDSI

In this amazing episode we talk with Blair Mott of Kirby Morgan Dive Systems. A great conversation about equipment and the importance of diving with genuine Kirby Morgan products from authorized dealers. This episode was recorded at Underwater Interventions 2023 in New Orleans, LA. The Downline is the official podcast of ADCI and is hosted by Phil Newsum the Executive Director of ADCI.

August 31, 20231 hr 17 min

Union Diving with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters

We speak with Olaf Olsen, representative for the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters. We break down some of the misconceptions and myths of becoming a union contractor and diver. Olaf tells us about the new dive school in New Jersey, how you can attend, the benefits of receiving training from the Union, and future work in expanding sectors such as wind. An exciting episode that provides a lot of information to think about whether you are a Union contractor or not. Please comment and let us know your thoughts on the topics discussed. This episode was brought to you by Dryden Diving Company. Stay tuned for future episodes of The Downline! Follow The ADCI on instagram, facebook, and linked-in.

May 27, 2023Episode 61 hr 1 min

Commercial Diving and Salvage with Subsalve Lift Bags

In this episode we have a great conversation with Subsalve founder Richard Fryburg. We learn about the rich history of Subsalve and the role they have played in helping the ADCI make lift bag operations safer. This episode is brought to you by Subsalve liftbags and Baytech Industries.

March 3, 2023Episode 51 hr 18 min

Commercial diving in the Gulf of Mexico and how to succeed

Real information and insight into the oil and gas industry related to the Gulf of Mexico. We speak with Pat Jeffries and William Bratkowski, two industry leaders, who give up to date news and advice. An episode that is good for any company, diver, or tender working in the GOM.