Only the Director (or, in his/her absence, the Assistant Director) or the IUCRR Public Liaison are permitted to speak to anyone outside the organization, on behalf of the organization. Anyone…
It's important to understand that the information collected during a rescue/recovery operation does not belong to the IUCRR. The IUCRR is always subordinate to the local law enforcement organization (LEO)…
No, the IUCRR never determines the cause of an incident. One of the fundamental principles all IUCRR members agree to, is to never speculate about the cause of an incident.…
Absolutely not. Just as cave-divers are taught that it's okay to call any dive at any time for any reason, or no reason at all, the volunteer members of the…
No. A large fraction of law enforcement agencies have qualified divers that can perform the tasks associated with an open-water rescue/recovery. IUCRR members provide a highly technical, very specialized support…
The IUCRR can only document underwater-overhead incidents that it knows about, and was involved with at some level. To keep track of and record every incident would require more resources…
Membership is open to anyone who is willing to volunteer their time and expertise, meets the minimum requirements, agrees to the by-laws and rules, makes themselves available for call-outs, and…
Yes. The IUCRR is registered in the State of Florida as a non-profit organization. No members are paid for their services, nor is anyone on the board of directors paid.…
No. All IUCRR members are already certified and properly vetted experienced cave divers. Also, all IUCRR members must attend classroom training in order to learn about the unique situations encountered…