Training the Next Generation of Public Safety Divers

The UFEF Education Department is dedicated to providing Public Safety Divers with knowledge and skills that go far beyond basic certification. Our partner’s curriculums blend proven field techniques with the latest research and technology, ensuring divers are prepared for the realities of underwater forensic work.

Mastering the Tools of the Trade

From equipment standards, maintenance, team integration, and dive planning all of the UFEF sponsored programs cover the technical skill needed to operate safely and efficiently. All our training is led by experienced public safety divers who bring real-world operational experience to all of our programs.

The UFEF Educational Opportunities

The Education Department of Underwater Forensics & Educational Foundation (UFEF) is to oversee and advise on all matters related to education. These topics include: Dive Related, Operations, Organizational, and Conduct Education. UFEF Education Department ensures the organization remains at the forefront of new education and ensuring a foundation of always learning.

Public Safety Diver Education

Dive Knowledge, Equipment, Maintenance, Policies, Team & Diver Integration.

Operational Education

Team Structure, Minimum Standards, and Equipment Education.

Leadership Education

Programs Specifically Designed for Team Leaders and Supervisor’s

Sponsored Education

The UFEF Partners With The Industries Leading Training Agencies to Bring Cutting Edge Educational Opportunities To Teams and Divers

The UFEF Can
Prepared Your Team
For Every Mission! 

Our Consulting Program sponsored through NePSD teaches operational standards for team structure, Equipment management & Tracking, Annual requirements policies, implementation of training programs, and mission execution. Our approach ensures divers can adapt to varying conditions, work seamlessly with other agencies, and complete searches with precision and safety in mind.

Exclusive Learning Materials

Through our network of veteran divers, forensic experts, and sponsored organizations, UFEF offers exclusive access to real-world case studies, operational templates, dive logs, and evidence handling protocols not available to the general public. These resources are constantly updated with input from those who have decades of on-the-ground (and underwater) experience.

UFEF SOG Page

UFEF Documentation & 
Educational Material