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jOHN Thanks for responding, I think this is a similar situation as Visual inspections and hydro's, Hydro's are required by law while VIP's are an industry standard, Granted the industry standard makes safety sense and shops have a way of making things a requirement once they figure out that they can make money at it. Tank labeling I feel falls into this catagory, makes sense from a safety stand point but not required by law, However, I feel that because some shops havent figured a way to make money with it, or that they are scared that they will lose customers. Therfore they adjust their particular stand point based on making a short term benefit (sale) rather than a Long term continuous relationship (Client). As a shop why wouldnt you want the customer to buy more equipment? This sets up conflict and confues the customer so in the long run the customers doesnt know who to believe so everyone (read shops, recreational and Tech diving communities) loses a customer. ANDI and IANTD say the tanks should or must be labeled. I feel that safety always makes sense especially when the cost is minimal such as labeling or dedicating a tank(s). Dive shops should note that this is also how they can make more money from technical diving.But the real reason is or should be SAFETY not profits. We dont need OSHA or any other governmental body beating on our doors because we demonstrate that we ( the Dive Industry) are operating unsafely. If an individual is so worried about costs of equipment what does that say about the rest of that persons equipment, will it be adequate, will it be safe ? What does this say about a persons attitude toward safety? Cuting corners is not the right attitude when your and maybe my life is at risk. Many (notice I didnt say all) laws are in place to protect us not to replace common sense (although it is not always common) or good judgement - This is a personal belief not a comment about any other persons beliefs or habits John I see your point and I have been on both sides of the issue, buyer and sell of nitrox with labeled and unlabeled tanks. You mentioned about uninspected which I interpret as uncleaned tanks, Many places fill by partical pressure, putting 100 % in a dirty cylinder is a liability risk if that tank blows and hurts someone. You know, standard of care, breach of duty, and damages, etc..... all that legal stuff How do I know that tank is clean? How do I know if that tank is still clean after 20 fills at some other air station? Your right, filling by another method would be better. Definitly no easy solution. Once again I am not be critical or trying to impose my views just putting out comments for thought and discussion. Would like to hear how others are handling this situation. Also, looking for detailed info on SSI's Nritox program or policy Thanks and good diving
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