SDI Visual Inspection Procedures (VIP) in Colleyville Texas

The SDI Visual Inspection Procedures Course at OCD Divers is a non‑diving program designed to train individuals in the proper techniques for visually inspecting high‑pressure cylinders. This course teaches the standards, tools, and procedures required to perform annual inspections, recognize damage, and determine whether a cylinder is safe for continued service. Graduates are qualified to conduct visual inspections in accordance with industry guidelines.

What You’ll Learn

This course follows SDI standards and covers the full process of cylinder inspection and documentation:

• Cylinder design and manufacturing: Understanding steel, aluminum, and composite cylinder construction.
• Regulations and standards: Overview of inspection requirements, markings, and legal responsibilities.
• Inspection tools and setup: Proper use of lights, probes, mirrors, and gauges.
• External inspection: Identifying corrosion, dents, bulges, thread damage, and environmental wear.
• Internal inspection: Recognizing rust, pitting, contaminants, and structural defects.
• Valve inspection: Disassembly, cleaning, and evaluation of valve components.
• Cleaning and maintenance: Proper cleaning methods and preparation for oxygen service.
• Documentation and rejection criteria: When to pass, conditionally pass, or condemn a cylinder.

Program Overview

The Visual Inspection Procedures Course is taught entirely at OCD Divers and includes classroom instruction and hands‑on practice with real cylinders and inspection tools. Students will perform full mock inspections, complete documentation, and learn how to identify cylinders that require further testing or removal from service.

Prerequisites: Minimum age 18. No diving certification required.

Minimum age: 18 years old.

Equipment needed: No scuba gear is required. All inspection tools and cylinders are provided.

Where Training Takes Place

This is a non‑diving specialty taught entirely at OCD Divers in Colleyville. All tools, cylinders, and training materials are supplied for hands‑on practice.

Required Gear

No personal equipment is required for this course. All inspection tools, sample cylinders, and reference materials are provided by OCD Divers.

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What Comes Next

After completing the Visual Inspection Procedures Course, students often continue with additional non‑diving specialties such as Equipment Specialist or pursue professional‑level training in cylinder handling and gas blending. This specialty also supports divers working toward advanced technical or leadership pathways.