Before the Dive
Health Check: Are you fit to dive? Consider recent illnesses, fatigue, hydration.
Equipment Check: Inspect all gear, including tanks, regulators, BCD, mask, fins. Here is a Infographic on equipment maintenance that you may find helpful
Dive Plan: Discuss the plan with your buddy, including entry/exit points, signals, emergency procedures.
Weather and Conditions: Assess water conditions, current, visibility, temperature.
Dive Briefing: Listen to and understand the dive leader’s instructions.
During the Dive
Monitor Your Gauges: Regularly check air, depth, and time.
Buddy System: Stay close and communicate with your buddy.
Buoyancy Control: Maintain neutral buoyancy; don’t touch or harm marine life.
Navigation: Know how to navigate using a compass or natural features.
Enjoy but Respect: Appreciate the beauty but follow conservation guidelines.
After the Dive
Surface Safely: Ascend slowly and do a safety stop if needed.
Post-Dive Equipment Care: Rinse and properly store your equipment.
Log Your Dive: Record details in your logbook.
Hydration and Nutrition: Refuel your body with proper food and water.
Reflect and Learn: Discuss what went well and what could be improved with your buddy.
Emergency Procedures
Know Your Signals: Understand and use universal distress signals.
First Aid: Carry a basic first aid kit and know how to use it.
Emergency Contacts: Have local emergency numbers available.
Dive Insurance: Consider having specific dive insurance for serious incidents.
Keep Learning and Stay Safe!
Updated on: December 05, 2023