Tom Mount

Tom Mount is a renowned figure in the field of scuba diving, particularly known for his contributions to technical diving. He is the co-founder of the International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers (IANTD), an organization that has played a significant role in the development and promotion of safe technical diving practices worldwide.

Early Life and Career[edit | edit source]

Tom Mount was born in the United States and developed an interest in underwater exploration at a young age. He began his career as a professional diver and soon became a pioneer in the field of technical diving, which involves diving at depths greater than those typical in recreational scuba diving.

Contributions to Technical Diving[edit | edit source]

In 1985, Tom Mount co-founded the International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers (IANTD) with Dick Rutkowski. The IANTD was the first agency dedicated to the training and certification of technical divers, and it has since become a leading authority in the field. Mount's work with the IANTD has been instrumental in promoting the safe and responsible practice of technical diving.

Mount is also known for his work in cave diving, a form of technical diving that involves underwater exploration of caves. He has written several books on the subject, including "Technical Diving from the Bottom Up" and "The Cave Diving Manual".

Recognition[edit | edit source]

In recognition of his contributions to the field of technical diving, Tom Mount has received numerous awards and honors. He was inducted into the Scuba Diving Hall of Fame in 2005 and the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame in 2008.