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On Tue, 23 May 1995 DeepTek@ao*.co* wrote:

> Lets bite the bullet and establish 1.4 ATA as the maximum safe ppO2 at depth
> for ALL divers. With increasing availability of He and other substitute inert
> gasses is is not really a big deal to encourage everyone to get their mix
> ticket. In the beginning mix was used to extend the bottom. Maybe now it's
> time to sell mix tickets for the sake of safety. There is no need to live on
> the edge when we don't have to.
> 
> 1.4 is the new max ppO2 at depth. All in favor say Aye!
> 
>Although I am a "newbie" it doesn't seem that difficult to pick your 
mix.  Why not plan your descent, travel, ascent, and stop mixes to keep 
the ppO2 at a safe level?  IMHO The best part about increased technology and 
knowledge is that it allows us to dive more safely even at the extremes! 

That's my Aye,
Bob Favorite
rwfavorite@uc*.ed*

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