ATP 3-34.84 — Multi-service Tactics, Techniques, And Procedures For Military Diving Operations (mcrp 3-10.2, Nttp 3-07.7, Afttp 3-2.75, Cgttp 3-95.17)
ATP 3-34.84 governs multi-Service tactics, techniques, and procedures for military diving operations and their integration.
- Publication number: ATP 3-34.84
- Title: MULTI-SERVICE TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR MILITARY DIVING OPERATIONS (MCRP 3-10.2, NTTP 3-07.7, AFTTP 3-2.75, CGTTP 3-95.17)
- Date: 06/16/2023
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
View ATP 3-34.84 on armypubs.army.mil
ATP 3-34.84 describes US military dive mission areas, force structure, equipment, and capabilities for joint operations. It addresses task organization, inter-Service operations, required capabilities, and logistics for dive missions.
Applies to: This MTTP publication applies to all commanders and their staffs that plan diving operations across the Services.
Topics covered
- Military diving operations
- Dive mission areas
- Dive unit capabilities
- Inter-Service diving operations
- Dive mission planning
- Diving logistics
Questions and answers
How quickly can a Regional Dive Locker deploy a dive team?
RDLs can rapidly deploy a dive team within 24 hours of notification to conduct subsurface operations in most global environmental conditions. (paragraph 5)
What support must the supported commander provide to a deployed Regional Dive Locker?
The supported commander must provide berthing, messing, medical care (other than first responder), appropriate towing vehicles, and marine support platforms with adequate capacity for operations. (paragraph 5)
Can USCG divers integrate with non-US military divers?
USCG divers are authorized to operate with other US military diving units to the extent that qualifications allow. (paragraph 3)
What roles are USCG divers prohibited from performing with non-US military divers?
Performing any diving, supervising, or other diving related roles with non-US military divers is prohibited. (paragraph 3)
Can USCG divers be employed as combatants?
USCG divers shall not be employed as combatants. (paragraph 4)