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    Boat DiverSpecialty Course

    Instructor Outline

    Product No. 70229 (Rev. 05/05) Version 1.06

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    PADI

    Boat Diver Specialty Course Instructor Outline International PADI, Inc. 1990-2005

    All rights reserved, including the right of reproductionin whole or in part in any form.

    Published by International PADI Inc.30151 Tomas St.

    Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    Printed in U.S.A.Product Number 70229 (Rev. 5/05) Version 1.06

    Technical Development:

    PADI Training and Education Department

    Instructional Design:

    Bob Wohlers

    Technical Writing: Bob Wohlers

    Consultation and Review:

    Mal Fousek Jeff Myers Drew Richardson Karl Shreeves Julie Taylor Sanders C.K. Stewart

    Points for the instructor to consider that giveadditional qualifying information about con-ducting the course. Not intended to be read tostudents.

    Required information. Read to students asprinted.

    Important information. Read to students.

    Objectives always precede individual AcademicTopics and open water dives.

    Note to instructors:

    Note to students:

    By the end of this session, you will beable to: Objective Objective Objective

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    Please read this first.

    Qualifying To Teach PADI Specialty Diver CoursesTo apply for a Specialty Instructor rating, an individual must be certified as aPADI Underwater Instructor or higher. There are two ways to qualify to teach

    PADI Specialty Diver courses: 1) Attend a Specialty Instructor Training Courseconducted by PADI Course Directors, or 2) apply directly to PADI.

    Specialty Instructor Training Course attendance is highly recommendedandencouraged. These courses provide hands-on training, technique demonstra-tions, course marketing information, current PADI Standards information and,when applicable, instructor-level open water training.

    Application made directly to PADI requires either: 1) use of a PADI standard-ized Specialty Course Instructor Outline (this document), or 2) the submis-sion of a self-generated specialty course outline for review. To speed outline

    approval, reduce liability exposure and ensure educational validity of yourspecialty courses, it is highly recommended that PADI standardized SpecialtyCourse Instructor Outlines be used for courses they have been developed for.The Specialty Course Instructor Application is to be used whether attending aSpecialty Instructor Training Course or applying directly to PADI.

    Important Note: Prior to promoting or teaching a PADI Specialty Divercourse, written confirmation of instructor certification in that specialty mustfirst be received from PADI.

    For more information on certification as a PADI Specialty Instructor, pleaserefer to the General Standards and Procedures section of the PADI Instruc-tor Manual.If you still have questions after reading this section, call your PADIOffice.

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    COURSE STANDARDS AND OVERVIEW

    This course is designed to be an introduction to boat diving and to help thestudent diver develop the skills, knowledge and techniques necessary for boatdiving.

    PrerequisitesTo qualify for the Boat Diver course, an individual must:

    1. Be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open WaterDiver or have a qualifying certification from another trainingorganization.

    2. Be 10 years of age or older.

    The Boat Dive from the PADI Adventures in Diving program may be countedtoward the certification requirements for this specialty at the discretion of theinstructor conducting the specialty course.

    Instructor SupervisionBoat Diver courses may be conducted by a Teaching status PADI UnderwaterInstructor (or PADI Instructor with a higher rating) who has been certified as aPADI Boat Diving Instructor. The maximum student diver-to-instructor ratio for open watertraining dives is eight students per instructor (8:1).

    For dives that include 10-11 year olds, direct supervision is required at a maximum

    ratio of 4:1. No more than two of the four divers may be age 10 or 11.

    Considerations for Open Water TrainingThe Boat Diver course is to include two open water training dives, which maybe conducted in one day. Both open water training dives must be conductedfrom a boat. It is recommended, but not required, that divers enrolled in thecourse be exposed to the techniques and procedures for diving from differenttypes of boats (inflatable boats, hard-hulled day boats, cabin cruisers, live-aboards, sailboats, etc.). Training dives may be conducted at night for divers who havecompleted the Night Adventure Dive or the first dive of the PADINight Diver specialty course, or have qualifying night diving experi-ence.

    After the training dives, student divers are required to logtheir dives in their personal log books.

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    COURSE OVERVIEW

    This course covers the knowledge and techniques of boat diving. The mini-mum number of recommended hours is 12, with time being equally dividedbetween knowledge development and actual water-training sessions. To con-duct a Boat Diver course, the following is to be included:

    1. The planning, organization, procedures, techniques, problems

    and hazards of boat diving.

    2. Proper boat diving etiquette -- storage of personal equipment,personal conduct and considerations for care of the boat.

    3. Basic, common boat terminology.

    4. Specific boat diving laws and/or ordinances.

    5. Local boat diving laws and/or ordinances.

    6. Overview of emergency/safety equipment needed on-boardprivate diving vessels.

    When available and convenient, student divers interested in seamanship and

    small boat handling should be directed to specialized courses offered in thissubject area (like those offered by national Coast Guard units, power squad-rons, private schools, colleges/universities, etc.). However, basic seamanshipand small boat handling skills may be included in the course at the discretionof the instructor.

    CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES

    The certifying instructor obtains a Boat Diver certification by submitting acompleted, signed PIC to the appropriate PADI Office. The instructor whoconducts the students final open water training session is to be

    the certifying instructor. The instructor certifying the student mustensure that all certification requirements have been met.

    KEY STANDARDS

    Prerequisite Certification: PADI Open Water Diver, Junior OpenWater Diver or qualifying certification

    Minimum Age: 10Recommended Course Hours: 12Minimum Open Water Training: 2 dives

    Student-to-Instructor Ratio: 8:1*Minimum Instructor Rating: Boat Diver Specialty Instructor

    *For dives that include 10-11 year olds, direct supervision is required at a maximum ratio of4:1. No more than two of the four divers may be age 10 or 11.

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    Introductory Information

    Boat Diver Specialty Course Instructor Outline

    Heading IV, in the outline Academic Topics, provides information thatshould be presented to students prior to boarding the diving vessel usedduring the course. At the discretion of the instructor, the topics in this sectionmay be modularized(divided into several academic presentation sessions).

    Heading V, in the outline General Open water Considerations, providesspecific information about conducting the open water dives in the course.Although open water teaching and organizational techniques are left to theinstructor, read this information carefully prior to taking students in openwater.

    Heading VII, in the outline Basic Seamanship and Small Boat Handling, isan optional module that may be presented to students enrolled in the course.The module is an overview of the topic and completion of the modules objec-tives does not indicate a complete knowledge of operating or handling any

    size/type dive boat.

    The boat dive from the PADI Adventures in Diving program may be countedtoward Dive One of this specialty, at the discretion of the instructor. Similarly,Dive One of this specialty may be counted toward the Elective Boat Dive in thePADI Adventures in Diving program.

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    I. Course Overview

    The purpose of the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course is to familiarizedivers with the skills, knowledge, planning, organization, procedures,techniques, problems, hazards and enjoyment of diving from a boat.The Boat Diver Specialty course is intended to serve as a safe, super-vised introduction to boat diving. Training should emphasize fun andsafety. The goals of PADI Boat Diver training are:

    A. To develop the students knowledge of dive boats proper boatdiving etiquette, personal conduct, basic dive boat terminology,local boat diving laws and/or ordinances.

    B. To develop the students ability to perform important boat divingskills boat diving entries/exits, use of emergency/safety equip-ment and, in some situations, basic boating skills.

    C. To enable the student to plan, organize and conduct safe divesfrom a boat.

    This course is designed to be flexible so it may be conducted on boats of alltypes and sizes 1) inflatables; 2) hard-hull day boats; 3) cabin cruisers; and4) live-aboard dive boats.

    II. Boat Diver Course Requirements

    A. Prerequisite certification: PADI Open Water Diver, JuniorOpen Water Diver or have a qualifying certification fromanother training organization. The instructor is to ensure thatthe individual can perform the skills required of a PADI Open

    Water Diver.

    B. Minimum age requirement: 10 years.

    C. Maximum student-to-instructor ratio:8:1, to certified assistant4:1.

    For dives that include 10-11 year olds, direct supervision is required at a maxi-mum ratio of 4:1. No more than two of the four divers may be age 10 or 11.

    D. The Elective Boat Dive from the PADI Adventures in Diving pro-

    gram may be counted toward the certification requirements for thisspecialty at the discretion of the instructor conducting the specialtycourse.

    E. Confined water training may be added at the discretion of theinstructor conducting the specialty course. As a preassessmentbefore the course begins, a confined-water session may include ascuba-skills review. The PADI Skills Evaluation or Scuba ReviewProgram is an excellent means of accomplishing this requirement.

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    F. Dive data:

    1. Two scuba dives.

    2. The maximum depth for training open water diversduring this course is 18 metres/60 feet.

    For 12-14 year olds, Adventure Dive maximum depth is 18 metres/60 feet or21 metres/70 feet if they have taken the Adventure Deep Dive.For 10-11 year olds, the maximum depth is 12 metres/40 feet.

    III. Student and Instructor Equipment Requirements

    A. Student equipment

    1. All personal standard diving equipment including:

    a. Mask, snorkel and fins

    b. Exposure suit and exposure suit accessories as appropriatefor local diving environment.

    c. Weight system

    d. Tank and regulator system with submersible pressuregauge

    e. Alternate air source suitable for sharing air with otherdivers

    f. BCD with low-pressure inflator

    g. Complete instrumentation, including a means to monitordepth, time and direction

    Depth and time monitoring may be accomplished through use of electronicdive computers, although students should be encouraged to carry additionaldepth and time monitoring instrumentation as backup in case of computerfailure.

    h. Recreational Dive Planner (Table or Wheel)

    i. Diving tool or knife capable of cutting line

    j. Slate with pencil

    k. Whistle or other surface signaling device

    l. Log book

    m. Dive bag

    2. Specialty equipment/supplies recommended

    a. Spare parts kit

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    B. Instructor equipment

    1. All personal standard and specialty equipment required/rec-ommended of students.

    2. Recommended safety equipment (unless supplied by char-tered boat operation):

    a. First aid supplies/equipment. Recommended: first aid kit,

    Pocket Mask and oxygen.

    b. Small boat/surfboard for rapid surface transport (whendiving from larger vessels).

    3. Recommended specialty instructor equipment (unless sup-plied by chartered boat operation):

    a. Divers down flag (unless supplied by boat)

    b. VHF radio

    c. Floats, lines and anchors as needed

    4. PADI materials that may be used to teach this course.

    a. General materials and teaching aids:

    Log book (Adventure Log recommended)

    PADIInstructor Manual

    Student Record File

    b. PADI reference materials:

    PADI Adventures in Diving Manual

    The Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving

    c. Recognition materials:

    PIC envelopes Specialty Diver wall certificates

    Boat Diver specialty chevrons

    IV. Academic Topics The following is an actual presentation outline. Directions to, or com-

    ments for, the instructor are enclosed in [brackets].

    A. Introductions, course overview and welcome to the course

    1. Staff introductions

    a. [Introduce yourself and assistants]b. [Have students introduce themselves and explain why

    theyre interested in boat diving break the ice andencourage a relaxed atmosphere.]

    2. Course goals

    a. The goals of this course are:

    To develop your practical knowledge of boat diving.

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    To increase your diving skills.

    To enable you to plan, organize and make dives fromboats.

    Provide you with additional supervised experience.

    To encourage you to participate in other PADI Continu-ing Education Courses.

    3. Course overview

    a. Classroom presentations. [Academic information may alsobe given on boats or on shore. If classroom presentations areused to teach academic information, give the times, datesand locations.] There will be _______ (number) classroompresentations during the course.

    b. Open water training dives. There will be two open watertraining dives during this course.

    On each dive, you will practice simple boat diving tech-niques.

    Each dive is designed to maximize your fun and enjoy-ment while you are professionally supervised by yourPADI Instructor (and certified assistants).

    4. Certification

    a. Upon successful completion of the course, the PADI BoatDiver Specialty certification card is awarded.

    b. Certification recognizes that you:

    Have been trained to plan, organize, conduct and logopen water dives from a boat, in conditions generally

    comparable to, or better than, those you were trained in. May apply for the rating of Master Scuba Diver if you

    are a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or have aqualifying certification from another organization) anda PADI Rescue Diver (or have a qualifying certificationfrom another organization) with certification in fourother PADI Specialty ratings.

    5. Class requirements

    a. Cost of course [Be sure to explain all course costs]

    b. Equipment needs

    c. Materials needed for the course

    d. Attendance requirements

    6. Administration

    a. Complete paperwork Enrollment, Standard Safe DivingPractices Statement of Understanding, PADI Medical State-ment, Liability Release and Assumption of Risk. [The PADIStudent Record File contains all of these forms. Using itmakes completing course paperwork easy and convenient.]

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    B. Why dive from boats?

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    List five reasons for learning how to boat dive.

    1. Opportunities to dive in areas you could not otherwise reach

    2. Allows you to seek out the calmest and clearest waters

    3. Typically easier than shore diving

    a. Easy entries

    b. Reduced need for long surface and underwater swims.

    c. Easy exits

    4. Less wear and tear on equipment (compared to most types ofshore diving).

    5. Social interaction

    a. Making new friendsb. Learning from other divers

    C. Common boat terminology

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Locate a boats bow, stern, starboard side and port side.

    Locate a boats windward and leeward sides.

    Locate the following (specific and appropriate to the type of dive boat

    being used during the course): equipment storage area(s), head(s),

    shower(s), bunks (staterooms), wheelhouse (bridge), transom, rail,galley and diving entry/exit area.

    1. Nautical terms to help you orient yourself on board a boat.

    a. Bow front end, forward part of a boat

    Forward towards the bow of the boat

    b. Stern back end, rear part of a boat

    Astern towards the rear of the boat

    Aft rearward; literally after the decks(as ingo aft).

    c. Starboard side right side of a boat

    d. Port side left side of a boat

    Remembering Portfrom Starboard. Always think of aboat that just left port(as inleavinga harbor).

    e. Windward side (or side to weather) that side of a boatupon which the wind is blowing

    f. Leeward side that side of a boat away from the winddirection

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    g. Amidships double meaning; an object or area midwaybetween the boats sides or something midway betweenthe bow and the stern.

    h. Aloft overhead in the rigging

    i. Below below the deck

    j. Abovedeck means on deck

    2. Identifying an area on a boat by its nautical term

    a. Head a boats toilet/restroom facility. [If the boat usedduring the course has a head, you may wish to review itsproper use.]

    b. Galley a boats kitchen

    c. Bridge a raisedtransverse platform on a boat fromwhich the boat is navigated.

    d. Wheelhouse (or pilothouse) a deckhouse for the boatshelmsman (pilot), containing the steering wheel, compass

    and navigating equipment.e. Transom the planking forming the stern of a square-

    ended boat. On small vessels (such as an inflatable), thetransom is the stern area on which an outboard motor isattached.

    f. Rail guard/barrier at outer edge of a ships deck.

    Gunwale top rail of the boat. The tops of the pon-toons on an inflatable.

    3. Other possible locations on board a boat

    a. Tank racks

    b. Spear gun bins

    c. Bunks/staterooms

    d. Diving entry/exit area

    D. Categories of dive boats

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    State three features typically required of a good dive boat.

    Identify a dive boat by placing it in one of the four general categories inflatables, hard-hull day boats, cabin cruisers, and live-aboards.

    1. Three features typically required of a good dive boat

    a. Ample deck space very important for suiting up andstorage of equipment. Small boats with ample deck spacemay be better than larger, more luxurious vessels withoutdeck space.

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    b. Stability dive boats must be stable platforms

    c. Power needed to haul people and lots of equipment to adestination

    2. Categories of dive boats

    The following categories of dive boats are loose subdivisions. Some types ofdive boats may not fit neatly into any one category. Categories are assignedfor the purpose of defining the different procedures and techniques used whendiving from one of these types of vessels.

    a. Inflatables

    From approximately 3 metres/10 feet to over 5metres/16 feet long.

    Typically, two air-filled side tubes which meet at thebow. May have flexible or rigid hull, solid or inflatablekeel, soft or hard floorboard. Has a solid transom onwhich an outboard motor is typically placed.

    Side tubes typically subdivided into independent com-partments minimizes buoyancy loss in the event ofa puncture or tear.

    b. Hard-hull day boats

    From approximately 5 metres/16 feet to over 6metres/20 feet.

    Boats in this category could include: resort pontoon

    flat-tops,runabouts, utility boats, small sailboats, andskiffs.

    Those hard-hulled day boats designed specificallyfor diving or fishing are best lots of deck space.Touring/skiing hard-hulled day boats typically haveminimal deck space.

    c. Cabin cruisers

    From approximately 5 metres/20 feet to over 9metres/28 feet (in the US, 9 metres/28 feet is the larg-est size that may be trailered).

    The term cruisertypically indicates a type of boat withat least minimum accommodations and facilities forovernight trips.

    Boats in this category could include: all types of cabincruisers, medium-sized sailboats, and yachts. Sometypes of small dive charter boats fall into this category(six to ten divers).

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    The best cabin cruisers for diving are those with lots ofdeck space.

    d. Live-aboards

    From approximately 9 metres/30 feet to over severalhundreds of metres/feet.

    In this category can be found: converted fishing ves-

    sels, large charter-type dive boats (sail or power; upto 50+ divers), luxurious yachts, and even cruise ships(may accommodate hundreds of divers).

    Individuals diving from the larger live-aboards mayfind themselves actually diving from inflatables orsmall, hard-hull day boats. Therefore, knowing how todive from both types of boats may be helpful.

    E. Emergency equipment for boat diving

    Learning Objectives.

    By the end of this session, you will be able to: List the basic emergency equipment typically found on the type of dive

    boat(s) used during the course.

    Locate the basic emergency equipment on the boat(s) used during the

    course.

    You need only cover the emergency/safety equipment typically found on thetype of dive boat(s) used during your course. Consequently, you need notcover all of the information presented in this section.

    1. Life preservers (personal flotation devices), buoyant cushions,life rings and ring buoys.

    a. Local regulations number and type required:

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    b. Where found on board

    c. Review lifejacket usage. [Optional exercise.

    2. Fire extinguishers

    a. Local regulations number and type required:

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    b. Where found on board

    c. Review fire extinguisher usage. [Optional exercise.]

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    3. Sound signaling devices

    a. Whistles and other surface signaling devices

    b. Bells

    4. Visual distress signals

    a. Local regulations number and type required:

    ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    b. Where found on board

    c. Review device usage [Optional exercise]

    5. Bilge pump or bailer

    a. Where found on board

    b. Review usage

    6. First aid kits

    a. Contents of a personal first aid kit those brought onboard by divers. [Reference PADIRescue Diver Manual forcomplete information on first aid kits.]

    Type of container sealed, moisture proof plastic boxis best (no metal parts or cardboard).

    Basic first aid supplies bandages, dressings, tapes,antiseptic ointments, and sunburn lotions/sprays.

    Basic first aid instruments scissors, tweezers, PocketMask, and thermometer.

    Personal medications and suppliesb. On-board first aid kit (those belonging to the boat)

    [Review contents on on-board first aid kit.]

    Encourage all enrolled boat divers to complete a standard first aid course.Emergency First Response is highly recommended for boaters since it is acombination course in CPR and emergency care.

    7. Oxygen equipment for boat diving. [Reference PADI Rescue

    Diver Manual for complete information on oxygen equipment types, usage, etc.]

    a. Highly recommended for every dive boat

    b. Recommended type: demand-valve. Delivers 100 percentoxygen to patient.

    c. Local regulations, use of oxygen:

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

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    d. Where found on board

    e. Review basic usage of oxygen device. [Optional exercise.]

    8. Use of marine radios for emergency purposes

    a. Local usage emergency frequency(ies) specific to type ofradio(s) being used:

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________

    b. Where found on board

    c. Review radio usage [Optional exercise]

    F. Seasickness

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    State nine ways to help avoid getting seasick while boat diving.

    Explain what to do if the motion of a boat causes seasickness.

    1. How to combat seasickness:

    a. Take a seasickness medication. If you plan to use seasick-ness medication:

    Carefully read all warnings associated with the medi-cation and follow printed directions.

    Generally, take medication prior to boarding.

    b. Avoid greasy foods prior to boarding

    c. Stay in the fresh air on deck.

    d. Stand in the center of the boat, concentrating on a station-ary object on the horizon.

    e. Stay busy while underway, but avoid intricate tasks (pre-paring underwater photo equipment, etc.).

    f. Be prepared to enter the water soon after arrival at thedive site. However, if feeling veryill do not dive.

    g. If the trip is overnight, select a bunk as near the middle ofthe boat as possible.

    h. Avoid breathing engine fumes from the boat.i. Avoid using the heads during rough weather.

    2. If you do get sick

    a. Dont use the boats head

    b. Use the leeward (downwind) boat rail

    c. Be careful being on the deck alone (especially at nightwhile the boat is underway in rough seas). Get someone togo with you.

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    d. After getting sick, try to drink some water to avoid gettingdehydrated.

    G. Pre-boarding procedures

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Prepare dive equipment prior to boarding for ease of use while boatdiving.

    Assemble an appropriate spare parts and tool kit for the type of boat

    diving being done.

    Prepare yourself both mentally and physically prior to boarding a

    boat for diving.

    Use the PADI Boat Diving Information Sheet to help organize boat

    diving excursions.

    1. Preparing your diving equipment

    a. Inspect your equipment carefully.b. Use an equipment check-off list. Keeps you from forget-

    ting needed equipment. [Refer students to the PADI OpenWater Equipment Checklist found in the appendix of mostPADI diver manuals.]

    c. Clearly mark all equipment. On a crowded dive boat,equipment can be easily misplaced besides, a lot ofequipment looks similar.

    d. Fill tank(s) in advance.

    e. Carefully pack all dive equipment (except tank, weight

    belt and some specialty items) in a dive bag. Use separatebag(s) for personal belongings, food, etc. Dont forgetlog book, certification card and legal documents (fishinglicense, visas, passports, etc.).

    2. Assembling a spare parts and tool kit for boat diving.

    a. Type of container fishing tacklebox works great.

    b. Parts:

    O-rings

    Mask/fin straps

    Exposure suit repair items Other:____________________________

    __________________________________

    c. Tools: [This mainly depends on the type of boat being usedfor the course or the type of boat the student will use uponcertification. Customize this section appropriately.]

    __________________________________

    __________________________________

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    __________________________________

    __________________________________

    __________________________________

    __________________________________

    3. Preparing your body and mind

    a. Refrain from alcoholic beverages the night before, but dodrink plenty of fluids (water, juices, etc.).

    b. Get plenty of sleep.

    c. If necessary, take seasickness medication the night before follow printed directions.

    d. Dont forget to eat a balanced meal.

    e. If needed, write down the following information:

    Name of boat

    Directions

    Destination(s) Charter fees (if any)

    Extra charges (food, air, etc.)

    4. Use of the PADI Boat Diving Information Sheet. [See Appendixof most PADI diver manuals. If appropriate, review sheet withstudents explain utility.]

    H. Boarding procedures

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Describe the boarding procedure for the type of dive boat(s) beingused during the course.

    The following information deals primarily with the boarding procedures forcharter-type dive boats. Regardless of the type of dive boat used during thecourse, it is highly recommended that the following information be presenteddue to its almost universal utility.

    1. Plan to board the boat or check in at least a half an hour priorto departure.

    2. Once on board, ask or listen to directions as to where and howto stow diving equipment.

    3. Ask or listen to directions as to where to stow personal items those you intend to keep dry.

    a. Anything left on the open deck will probably get wet.

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    b. On small boats, you may want to leave items that need tostay dry at home, in a car, on shore, etc.

    4. If necessary, sign in and place your name on your tank.

    5. If a predeparture briefing is conducted, attend and listen care-fully.

    6. Specific boarding procedures for the type of boat(s) used

    during the course:

    __________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________

    I. Predive procedures

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Identify the four parts of a typical area orientation briefing.

    Explain how to suit up prior to the dive, specific to the type of dive

    boat(s) being used during the course and the environmental conditions

    encountered.

    Perform no decompression calculations using the RDP.

    You need only cover those predive procedures specific and appropriate to thetype of dive boat(s) used during your course.

    1. Listening to predive briefings.

    a. When predive briefings are given, always listen carefully.Predive briefings help ensure safe, problem-free boat dives.

    b. Focus your attention on the divemaster or crew member stop all other activity.

    c. If after the briefing, you havent heard specific information

    or if you have a question, ask for input.2. The four parts of a typical area orientation briefing. [Taken

    from the PADI Area Orientation Guidelines DivemasterSlate No. 1. The information on this slate is a template for thetype of briefing typically delivered prior to boat dives. Byknowing the contents of a proper area orientation, the studentscan intelligently ask questions if they ever hear an incompleteboat dive briefing.]

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    a. Facilities orientation

    Restroom/showers, food concession

    Where to suit up

    Off-limits areas

    b. General characteristics

    Bottom type and topography Depth range

    Speed and direction of current (if any)

    Areas to avoid

    Interesting and helpful facts about the site

    Game regulations and hazardous marine life

    Entry/exit information (technique and location)

    Suggested dive plan

    c. Buddy team considerations

    Buddy-team selection

    Advise inexperienced divers to pair with experienceddivers.

    Review buddy team procedures.

    d. Communication, emergency procedures and general safetyrules.

    Review hand signals

    All divers to signal O.K. upon surfacing

    When to exit

    What to do in the event of an emergency

    The role of supervisory personnel

    Review accounting, recall and out-of-air procedures

    Dive site rating (novice, experienced, advanced)

    3. Suiting up while boat diving

    a. Inflatables and small hard-hull day boats

    If deck space on the inflatable is at a premium, youmay want to assemble your tank, BCD and regulatorprior to leaving the dock/shore.

    Depending on inflatable size, you might also considerputting your exposure suit on prior to leaving dock/shore (some inflatables have wet rides).

    Upon arrival at dive site, you might consider puttingthe tanks, BCDs and regulators overboard attachedto a line. This opens deck space for final suiting.[Explain how this will be done during the course.]

    As always, assist your buddy when needed.

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    Conduct safety drill BWRAF

    Rinse mask

    Other:______________________________

    Other:______________________________

    Other:______________________________

    b. Cabin cruisers and live-aboards Consolidate diving equipment in one area.

    Assemble tank, BCD and regulator.

    Don exposure suit (if needed) and place dry clothesbelow (bunk, galley, any dry area).

    Have buddy assist with tank donning dont dontank over the head. May cause injury.

    Conduct safety drill BWRAF

    Fins are donned directly adjacent to the entry area

    walking on boat decks with fins is a good way totrip and fall.

    Rinse mask and partially inflate BCD

    Other:_________________________________

    Other:_________________________________

    Other:_________________________________

    4. Prior to every boat dive, perform all appropriate RDPcalculations based on the specific dive site depth infor-mation.

    5. When diving from noncharter, private boats:

    a. Leave personnel on board to tend the boat. Make sure theyare capable of operating the boat in case the anchor breaksfree or divers need assistance.

    b. Fly the appropriate divers down flag for the local area. Theappropriate flag for this local area is:

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    J. Dive procedures

    You need only cover those dive procedures specific to the type of dive boat(s)used during your course.

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Explain how to make a proper entry, specific to the type of dive

    boat(s) being used during the course and the environmental condi-

    tions encountered

    State the specific descent procedure to be used on the dives in the

    course.

    Identify the direction divers should typically head when diving from a

    boat at anchor.

    Identify the general area in which individuals should dive when aboat is at anchor near a shoreline.

    State the use of trip lines, gear lines, tag lines, and current lines.

    Explain how to make a proper exit, specific to the type of dive boat(s)

    being used during the course and the environmental conditions

    encountered.

    1. Boat diving entries

    a. General

    If necessary, check out with divemaster/boat crew.

    Make sure entry area is clear.

    Partially inflate your BCD prior to entry if tank andBCD are donned on the boat.

    Use your regulator during the entry. If tank and BCDare donned in the water, use your snorkel.

    Hold mask firmly during entry.

    Have accessories (cameras, etc.) handed to you in thewater.

    If appropriate, move away from boat once in the

    water (so others may enter and because anchoredboats swing in the water).

    Other:______________________________

    Other:______________________________

    b. Types of entries from inflatables and small hard-hull dayboats:

    Backward roll

    Sitting entry slide-in off gunwale

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    Other:______________________________

    Other:______________________________

    c. Types of entries from cabin cruisers and live-aboards:

    Feet first giant stride

    Sitting entry slide in off back swim step, side ladderplatform, etc.

    Other:______________________________

    Other:______________________________

    d. The type of entry(ies) we will make during the dives inthis course are:

    _______________________________________

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    2. Boat diving descents

    a. General

    Prior to descent, orient yourself to the boat and/orshoreline using natural navigation or compasstechniques. Also, note air pressure, time and locationof buddy.

    When possible, use a line during your descent forcomfort and orientation.

    If drift diving, follow directions given by divemasteror inwater dive supervisor.

    If you descend down a line, use it as a guide only do not use anchored line to pull yourself down.

    This may lift anchor off the bottom on some boats. Watch depth, time and air pressure during all

    descents.

    b. Anchor line descent

    Be cautious of vertical boat movement due to surfaceswells. Severe jerking motions may cause discomfortand even injury.

    Be cautious of the boat needing to re-anchor releaseand swim away from the anchor line if it suddenlybegins to come up.

    Remember that the anchor line is typically curved anddoes not hang straight down.

    c. Trip line descent

    Trip line is connected to anchor with a buoy at thesurface separate from the anchor line.

    Typically hangs much more vertical than anchor line.

    d. Free descent descent without a line

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    Be cautious of disorientation if you find yourself inmid water when you cannot see the surface orbottom.

    Be sensitive to your buddys location (or location ofthe group while drift diving).

    Watch your rate of descent.

    e. The type of descent(s) we will make during the dives inthis course are:

    ______________________________________

    ______________________________________

    3. Diving from an anchored boat

    a. For comfort, navigate during the dive to end your dive ator near the boat.

    b. Dive against the current so it can be used to assist you inreturning to the boat at the end of the dive.

    c. If so directed, dive between the shoreline and the boat.This procedure will typically keep you away from off-shore boat traffic.

    d. Avoid long excursions from the boat. Dive boats generallyanchor over the best area.

    4. Diving from an unanchored boat while drift diving. [If yourPADI Boat Diver Specialty course is conducted from an unan-chored boat while drift diving, explain the drift diving pro-cedures used in your area at this time. If necessary, referencethe PADI Drift Diver Specialty Course Instructor Outline for

    procedural recommendations.]5. Use of special lines during some types of boat diving.

    a. Gear lines

    These lines are generally used on smaller dive boats.They hang off of the sides or the transom.

    Used to attach equipment to tanks with BCDs andregulators, cameras, etc.

    On inflatables, may be the lines permanently attachedto the sides of the boat.

    b. Tag lines

    These lines may be used on all sized boats, while atanchor in a current.

    Inwater, buoyed line stretching between the stern ofthe boat to the anchor line.

    Used to assist divers while swimming against currentfrom stern of boat to anchor line.

    c. Current (or stern) lines.

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    Buoyed line extending from stern of boat down cur-rent.

    Used by divers who accidentally ascend behind theboat, down current. [Remind divers that this shouldnot happen.]

    The diver grabs the line using it to help him remain

    stationary while crew pulls it toward the boat, or topull himself toward the boat, hand-over-hand whileswimming.

    6. Boat diving ascents

    a. Remember S.A.F.E. concepts Safely Ascend From Everydive.

    Ascend no faster than 18 metres/60 feet per minute.

    Make at least a three-minute safety stop at 5 metres/15feet.

    b. Use a reference line (anchor or trip line) when possible.

    c. Note time prior to leaving bottom.

    d. Remember to extend hand and look up and around, whileslowly rotating during ascent. Watch out for bottom ofboat.

    e. Ascend and surface near the boat flying a dive flag thiswill help you avoid being hit by other boats.

    f. Once on surface, immediately signal O.K. to the boatand inflate BCD.

    7. Boat diving exits

    a. General

    Avoid crowding the exit area. Be patient; wait yourturn.

    Avoid being behind and under a diver pulling himselfonto the boat or climbing up a boat ladder. He mayslip or his tank may accidentally drop out of the back-pack.

    Remove fins only after contact with the boat is made.

    If exiting onto a boat swim step or stern platform, timeyour exit with the swells. Use a swell to assist you upand on the platform.

    Hand accessory equipment (cameras, etc.) to boat crewif available.

    b. The type of exit(s) we will make during the dives in thiscourse are:

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    K. Postdive procedures

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Explain how to pack and stow your diving equipment, specific to the

    type of dive boat(s) being used during the course.

    Explain why it is important to listen to postdive roll calls by divemas-

    ters or crew members.

    1. Packing and stowing your equipment

    a. General

    Dont drop weight belt or tanks on boat deck mostare easily damaged and difficult/costly to repair. Beconsiderate.

    Work out of your equipment bag Dont leave equip-ment spread all over the boat deck. Space is usually at

    a premium. Secure tank or have it refilled.

    b. Specific information regarding the boat dive made duringthe course:

    __________________________________

    __________________________________

    2. Divemaster or crew check-in procedures, roll calls and debrief-ings.

    a. General

    If a divemaster is present, check in immediately afterdive. This will let him know you are on board.

    If a roll call is taken, be visually present. Should younot be on board, you dont want to be left behindbecause someone answered for you.

    If given, listen to the dive debriefing.

    b. Specific information regarding the boat dive made duringthe course:

    __________________________________

    __________________________________

    L. Summary During this course weve discussed:

    1. Why dive from boats?

    2. Common boat terminology

    3. Categories of dive boats

    4. Safety and emergency boating equipment

    5. Seasickness

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    6. Preboarding procedures

    7. Boarding procedures

    8. Predive procedures

    9. Dive procedures

    10. Postdive procedures

    V. General Open Water Considerations

    A. Involve students in dive-planning activities. Have students pre-pare training buoys and special lines (current lines, trip lines, taglines, etc.) if used.

    B. Due to the nature of boat diving, be sensitive to each studentspotential problem with seasickness.

    C. Predive briefings should cover proper boat diving etiquette,common boat terminology, specific boat diving entries and exits,

    local boat diving laws specific to diving and an overview of thevessels safety and emergency equipment.

    D. Vessels used to conduct this dive may range from small inflatablesto large, live-aboard charter boats. When possible, attempt tomatch the vessel used for the course with the type of vessel the stu-dent is most likely to dive from once the course is completed.

    E. When possible, and if appropriate, conduct each dive from a differ-ent type of boat. This will provide students with a more universalunderstanding of boat diving.

    F. When possible, and if applicable, have students conduct theirsafety stops under the boat on a weighted line, safety stop bar, atrip line, or on the anchor line.

    G. Students completing the optional Seamanship and Small BoatHandling module could practice the recommended skills via twomethods:

    1. Being allowed to handle the boat both prior to and after thedive.

    2. During a specific boat-handling session, separate from theactual open water dives.

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    VI. Open Water Sessions For clarity, each open water dive is outlined completely. Skills and proce-

    dures specific to an individual dive appear in boldface type.

    A. Open Water Training Dive One

    Performance Requirements.

    By the end of this open water training session, the student will be able to: Identify the following areas of the specific boat being used for the dive:

    bow, stern, starboard, port, entry area, exit area and area to stow diving

    equipment.

    Locate important emergency/safety equipment aboard the boat (such as:

    first aid kit, oxygen, dive flag, radio and fire extinguisher).

    Perform a proper entry, specific to the type of boat being used for the

    dive.

    Perform a safety stop at 5 metres/15 feet for at least three minutes.

    Perform a proper exit, specific to the type of boat being used for the dive.

    1. Briefing

    a. Location of specific areas on the boat: bow, stern, starboard,port, entry area, exit area and area to stow diving equipment.

    b. Location of important emergency/safety equipment aboardthe boat.

    c. Evaluation of conditions. If the boat is anchored and a currentis present, remember to begin dive by swimming into the cur-rent. Also, if the boat is at anchor and near a shoreline, divebetween the boat and the shore.

    d. Facilities on dive boat (if any): head, galley, showers, etc.e. Bottom composition and topography around dive site.

    f. Depth range on bottom.

    g. Ending tank pressure when to terminate the dive.

    h. Interesting and helpful facts about the dive site.

    i. Sequence of training dive review Dive One tasks.

    Boat diving entry (where and what type).

    Descent (where and how).

    Dive for fun and pleasure.

    Ascent (where and how) safety stop. Boat diving exit (where and what type).

    Stow equipment.

    j. Special communication underwater and topside (review ofboat recall system, if so equipped).

    k. What to do if student loses class/buddy under-water.

    l. What to do if student loses reference line.

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    m. What to do if an emergency arises.

    n. Buddy assignments

    2. Predive procedures

    a. Prepare personal diving equipment.

    b. Perform no decompression calculations. [Students shoulduse Deluxe Data Carrier or Recreational Dive Planner Data

    Carrier.]c. Don personal diving equipment.

    d. Perform proper buddy equipment check BWRAF.

    e. Practice buddy breathing and alternate air source breath-ing techniques (before diving with an unfamiliar buddy).

    f. Demonstrate proper boat diving entry technique.

    g. Maintain buddy contact on the surface.

    h. Swim to reference line or dive site.

    3. Descent.

    a. Set and start your timing device (record time if necessary).b. Vent air from BCD.

    c. Equalize air spaces.

    d. Maintain subsurface buddy contact.

    e. Neutralize buoyancy during descent.

    f. Demonstrate anti-silting techniques near bottom.

    4. Dive for fun and pleasure

    5. Ascent

    a. Record bottom time on slate.

    b. Neutral buoyant ascent at a rate no faster than 18metres/60 feet per minute. Make safety stop at 5metres/15 feet for three minutes.

    6. Postdive procedures

    a. Signal support personnel once on the surface (if appropri-ate).

    b. Achieve comfortable positive buoyancy using your BCD.

    d. Rest on the surface momentarily.

    e. Swim toward exit area on the boat.

    f. Demonstrate proper boat diving exit technique.

    g. Check in with divemaster (if appropriate).

    h. Assist your buddy with equipment removal.

    i. Set your timing device for surface interval (if necessary).

    j. Stow personal equipment on the boat as instructed.

    k. Listen for roll call (if appropriate).

    l. Calculate pressure group letter (if needed for a seconddive in six hours).

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    7. Debriefing

    a. Positive feedback regarding performance.

    b. Questions specific to boat diving

    8. Log dive (Instructor signs log)

    B. Open Water Training Dive Two

    Performance Requirements.By the end of this open water training session, the student will be able to:

    Demonstrate the ability to construct a dive plan that takes into

    account the type of boat being used and the diving environment.

    Demonstrate the ability to apply the knowledge learned from the

    course to dive from the type of boat being used.

    1. Briefing

    a. Review location of important emergency/safety equip-ment aboard the boat (if diving from a boat different

    from Dive One).b. Evaluation of conditions. If the boat is anchored and a

    current is present, remember to begin dive by swimminginto the current. Also, if the boat is at anchor and near ashoreline, dive between the boat and the shore.

    c. Review facilities on dive boat (if any): head, galley,showers, etc. (if diving from a boat different from DiveOne).

    d. Bottom composition and topography around dive site.

    e. Depth range on bottom.

    f. Ending tank pressure when to terminate the dive.

    g. Interesting and helpful facts about the dive site.

    h. Sequence of training dive review Dive 1 tasks.

    Develop dive plan.

    Boat diving entry (students decide where and whattype).

    Descent (students decide where and how).

    Dive for fun and pleasure.

    Ascent (students decide where and how) safety

    stop. Boat diving exit (students decide where and what

    type).

    Stow equipment.

    i. Special communication underwater and topside (review ofboat recall system, if so equipped).

    j. What to do if student loses class/buddy underwater.

    k. What to do if student loses reference line.

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    l. What to do if an emergency arises.

    m. Buddy assignments

    2. Predive procedures

    a. Prepare personal diving equipment

    b. Perform no decompression calculations. [Students shoulduse Deluxe Data Carrier or Recreational Dive Planner Data

    Carrier.]c. Don personal diving equipment.

    d. Perform proper buddy equipment check BWRAF.

    e. Practice buddy breathing and alternate-air-source breath-ing techniques (before diving with an unfamiliar buddy).

    f. Demonstrate proper boat diving entry technique.

    g. Maintain buddy contact on the surface.

    h. Swim to reference line or dive site.

    3. Descent

    a. Set and start your timing device (record time if necessary).b. Vent air from BCD.

    c. Equalize air spaces.

    d. Maintain subsurface buddy contact.

    e. Neutralize buoyancy during descent.

    f. Demonstrate anti-silting techniques near bottom.

    4. Dive for fun and pleasure

    5. Ascent

    a. Record bottom time on slate.

    b. Neutral buoyant ascent at a rate no faster than 18metres/60 feet per minute. Make safety stop at 5metres/15 feet for three minutes.

    6. Postdive procedures

    a. Signal support personnel once on the surface (if appropri-ate).

    b. Achieve comfortable positive buoyancy using your BCD.

    c. Rest on the surface momentarily.

    d. Swim toward exit area on the boat.

    e. Demonstrate proper boat diving exit technique.

    f. Check in with divemaster (if appropriate).

    g. Assist your buddy with equipment removal.

    h. Set your timing device for surface interval (if necessary).

    i. Stow personal equipment on the boat as instructed.

    j. Listen for roll call (if appropriate).

    k. Calculate pressure group letter (if needed for a seconddive in six hours).

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    7. Debriefing

    a. Positive feedback regarding performance.

    b. Questions specific to boat diving.

    8. Log dive (Instructor signs log)

    VII. Basic Seamanship and Small Boat Handling

    (optional module intended to be personal-

    ized for local boating situations)

    When available and convenient, students interested in seamanship and smallboat handling should be directed to specialized courses offered in this subjectarea (like those offered by national Coast Guard units, power squadrons,private schools, colleges/universities, etc.). However, PADI Boat DivingInstructors may teach some or all of the Seamanship and Small Boat Handlingmodule as needed to augment a students knowledge of boat diving. Comple-tion of this module does not indicate complete knowledge of operating orhandling any size/type dive boat.

    The following outline was designed as a starting point, from whichyou may customize your own outline. For more information, and toassist you in completing your personalized outline (specific to locallaws, techniques, etc.), use reference books and manuals on the subject.Much of the outline is skill-oriented and is best learned through actualboating activity not in the classroom. Make the module as practical

    as possible.

    A. Local boating laws and regulations

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Comply with local boating laws and regulations specific to: a) boat

    ownership, b) registration, c) numbering, and 4) documentation.

    Comply with local boating laws and regulations specific to required

    boating equipment.

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    _____________________________________________________________

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    B. Basic rules of the road

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Define rules of the road for small boat handling.

    Comply with local rules of the road.

    Comply with international rules of the road.

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    C. Basic seamanship

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Identify the construction, materials and characteristics of various

    kinds of rope.

    Tie the following knots and describe their usage while boating: figure-

    eight, two half-hitches, granny, reef or square knot, bowline, clove

    hitch, and sheet bend.

    Splice two pieces of rope together for permanent joining.

    Coil and stow rope for future use.

    Demonstrate basic boat handling and helmsmanship abilities.

    Launch and trailer a small dive boat.

    Operate the marine radio on board a dive boat according to local

    regulations and procedures.

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    1. Marlinespike seamanship Ropes, knots, splices, rope useand care

    2. Boat handling and helmsmanship

    a. Starting and stopping the engine

    b. How to trim the load weight distribution on board

    c. Basic steering

    d. Leaving a dock and docking

    e. Picking up a mooring

    f. Picking up divers

    g. Coming along side

    h. Turning in a confined area

    i. Power turns

    j. Handling a boat at high speeds

    k. Handling a boat at slow speeds

    l. Towing another boat

    m. Handling a boat in rough weather

    n. Emergency actions

    Man overboard

    Capsized boat

    Loss of engine power

    3. Launching and trailering

    a. Launching from a ramp

    b. Launching from a beach

    c. Beaching a small boat

    d. Basic trailering techniques

    4. Operating a marine radio regulations and procedures

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    D. Basic anchoring techniques

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Select an anchor type for the diving being done, bottom characteris-

    tics, amount of current and wind, and the type of boat being used.

    Set up an anchor configuration for a dive boat using all appropriate

    groundtackle rope, chain, fittings and anchor.

    Select an anchorage for diving.

    Stow an anchor on board a small dive boat for maximum accessibility

    while taking up a minimum of deck space.

    Secure an anchor rope to a small dive boat.

    Deploy and set an anchor.

    Retrieve an anchor.

    1. Selecting the correct anchor

    2. Setting up an anchoring system for a small boat

    3. Selecting a proper anchorage for diving

    4. How to stow an anchor on board a boat

    5. Securing an anchor rope to a boat

    6. Deploying and setting an anchor

    7. Retrieving an anchor

    E. Basic boating navigation

    Learning Objectives.

    By the end of this session, you will be able to: Use a boats compass for basic navigation.

    Identify common, local navigational aids.

    Read a local navigational chart to locate (or relocate) a dive site.

    Use available and appropriate electronic navigational aids to locate

    (or relocate) a dive site.

    1. Using the compass on board the dive boat. [If appropriate andif the boat being used has a compass, review its usage with thestudents.]

    2. Local navigational aids. [Review such aids as buoys, daybea-cons, lights, fog signals, lightships and radiobeacons.]

    3. Reading local navigational charts. [If appropriate, review withstudents how to use navigational charts for boat diving.]

    4. Using electronic navigational aids. [If appropriate and avail-able, orient students to the use of electronic navigational aids radio direction finders, fathometres, loran, omega and satel-lite navigation.]

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    F. Basic piloting

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Define the term piloting.

    State the seven dimensions of piloting.

    Use available and appropriate piloting instruments. Use the basic principles of dead reckoning while piloting a boat.

    1. Piloting: The use of landmarks, aids to navigation and sound-ings to conduct a vessel safely through channels, harbors andalong coasts where dangers to navigation require constantattention to the boats position and course.

    2. Seven dimensions of piloting:

    a. Direction

    b. Distance

    c. Timed. Speed

    e. Position

    f. Depths

    g. Heights (bridges, etc.)

    3. Piloting instruments

    a. Charts

    b. Magnetic compass

    c. Chart plotting devices

    d. Clocke. Speedometers

    f. Binoculars

    4. Dead Reckoning (DR)

    a. Definition: The advancement of the boats position on thechart from its last accurately determined location, usingthe courses steered and the speeds through the water.

    b. Information needed:

    Course: direction in which a boat is to be steered or isbeing steered. Direction of travel.

    Heading: the direction in which a boat is pointed atany given moment.

    Speed: rate of travel through the water.

    Distance: plot of a future-intended track.

    c. Basic principles

    DR track always started from a known position.

    Only true courses steered are used for determining aDR track.

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    Only the speed through the water is used for deter-mining distance traveled and a DR position along thetrack.

    d. Plotting techniques on charts

    e. Distance, time and speed calculations

    G. Tides and currents

    Learning Objectives.By the end of this session, you will be able to:

    Define the term tide and explain the importance of tides to boating.

    State the two basic forces that interact to produce tides.

    Identify the two celestial bodies affecting tidal movement and state

    which one has more influence.

    Define the following terms: high tide, low tide, tidal range, spring and

    neap tides.

    State the characteristics of the following tide types: semidiurnal, diur-

    nal and mixed.

    Determine the state of tide or tidal current flow in local coastal

    waters.

    Compare and contrast the following types of currents: tidal currents,

    river currents, major ocean currents, and wind-driven currents.

    1. Definition of tides: alternate rising and falling of water withina certain time period. Importance to boaters: depth whilecrossing shoals, anchoring (letting out enough scope), adjust-

    ing lines while tied to pier or wharf.

    2. Forces that produce tides

    a. Gravitational pull of sun and moon

    b. Moon has greater effect since closer to earth

    3. Tidal fluctuations

    a. High tide: highest level reached by an ascending tide.

    b. Low tide: lowest level reached by a descending tide.

    c. Tidal range: difference between high and low waters.

    d. Spring tides: maximum tidal ranges within a lunar month.e. Neap tides: minimum tidal ranges within a lunar month.

    4. Types of tides

    a. Diurnal: Single high and single low tide each day.

    b. Semidiurnal: Two high and two low tides each day, wherethe heights of the highs and lows are almost equal.

    c. Mixed: Approximately two high and two low tides eachday, where the heights of the highs and lows are unequal.

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    5. Determining local tidal conditions.

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    6. Currents the horizontal movement of water

    a. Tidal currents caused by rise and fall of tides

    b. River currents

    c. Major ocean currents

    d. Wind-driven currents

    e. Local current concerns

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    H. Basic guides to boating safety.

    1. Carry proper equipment know how to use it

    2. Maintain boat and equipment in top condition

    3. Know and obey the rules of theroad

    4. Operate with care, courtesy and common sense

    5. Always keep your boat under complete control

    6. Watch posted speeds; slow down in anchorages

    7. Do not ever overload your boat

    8. See that lifesaving equipment is accessible

    9. Check local weather reports before departure

    10. Inspect hull, engine and all gear frequently

    11. Keep bilges clean, electrical contacts tight

    12. Guard rigidly against any fuel system leakage

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    13. Have fire extinguishers instantly available

    14. Take maximum precautions when taking on fuel

    15. Be sure to allow adequate scope when anchoring

    16. Request (where available) a boat inspection by a qualifiedmarine safety organization (Coast Guard, etc.)

    17. Enroll in boating classes

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    Name _______________________________________________________________________ Date ____________

    Boat DiveKnowledge Review Answer Key

    To the student: Answer the following questions and bring this completed Knowledge Review with you to

    your next training session.

    1. On the illustration, label the following: bow, stern,

    port, starboard, windward and leeward.

    2. List eight pieces of emergency equipment commonly found on dive boats.

    3. Describe how to help prevent seasickness, and what to do if you become seasick.

    Prevention: Medication, sleep, avoid alcohol, eat, get fresh air, avoidintricate tasks, look at horizon.

    If seasickness occurs: Leeward rail to vomit, drink water, stay inmiddle of boat outside in fresh air.

    4. Describe the general boarding procedure for a typical charter boat. Plan to board 1/2 hour prior to departure. Ask crew where to stow

    equipment. Sign-in and listen to predive briefings.

    5. On most dive boats be sure to work from your dive bag and not take up.

    Excessive space

    6. Explain the general guidelines for making proper entries from various types of boats.

    When ready to enter water, make sure buddy is also ready.

    Check in with divemaster (if there is one). Partially inflate BCD, putregulator in mouth (unless donning unit in water). Make sure entryarea is clear, hold mask firmly. Have accessories handed down.

    Leeward

    Windward

    Port Side

    Starboard Side

    Stern(Aft)

    Bow(Forward)

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    7. Explain the location and purpose for: trip line, gear line, tag line, current line.

    Trip line:

    Rises up from anchor used for ascent/descent line.Gear line:

    Usually near entry/exit area used to suspend accessories.Tag line:

    From anchor to entry area on surface used to pull yourself fromentry area to anchorline.

    Current line:

    Trailed behind boat used to maintain position in a current and pullyourself to boat.

    8. Describe the procedures for making a free descent from a boat.

    Take care to avoid disorientation. Watch descent rate maintain

    buddy contact.

    9. What are the general guidelines for making a proper exit into a charter boat?

    Wait turn to exit, avoid positioning yourself under a diver on a ladder.Time swells to assist with exit letting them carry you onto platform.Dont remove fins until contact with boat is made. Hand up accessoryequipment.

    10. Explain why you should listen to post-dive roll calls by divemasters or crew members.

    This procedure makes sure everyone is aboard and accounted forbefore leaving the area.

    Student Statement: I have had explained to me and I understand the questions I missed.

    Name __________________________________________________________________________ Date ___________

    Adventure Dive: Boat

    Skills Overview

    Knowledge Review

    Briefing

    Suiting Up

    Predive Safety Check (BWRAF)

    Boat Diving Entry

    Dive for Fun and Pleasure

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    Adventure Dive:

    BOAT DIVE

    "I verify that I have completed all of the Performance Requirements for thisAdventure Dive. I realize that there is more to learn about boat diving and thatcompletion of a PADI Boat Diver course is highly recommended. I also agreeto abide by PADI Standard Safe Diving Practices."

    Knowledge Review Briefing Suiting Up Predive Safety Check (BWRAF) Boat Diving Entry Dive for Fun and Pleasure

    Ascent Safety Stop Boat Diving Exit Stow Equipment Debrief Log Dive Complete Training Record

    Instructor Contact Information (Please Print)

    State/ProvinceCity

    Instructor Mailing Address

    Country

    Phone/FAX/email

    Zip/Postal Code

    Skills Overview

    "I verify that this student has satisfactorily completed the Knowledge Reviewand Performance Requirements (as described in PADI's Adventures in DivingProgram Instructor Guide) for this PADI Adventure Dive. I am a renewed,Teaching status PADI Instructor for the current year."

    Instructor NameFirst Middle Initial Last

    Instructor Statement

    PADI No.

    Instructor Signature

    Dive Completion Date

    Student Diver Statement

    Diver Signature DateDay/Month/Year

    Day/Month/Year

    PADI Adventure Dive Training Record

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    PADI Specialty Training Record

    Boat Diver

    I verify that this student has satisfactorily completed all academic and/or any confined water train-ing sessions as outlined in the PADI Specialty Course Instructor Outline for Boat Diver. I am arenewed, Teaching status PADI Instructor in this specialty.

    Instructor Name _____________________________________________________________________________________________ PADI#_____________

    Instructor Signature _______________________________________________________________________________ Completion Date ______________

    Open Water DivesDive One

    I verify that this student has satisfactorily completed Dive One as outlined in the PADI standardizedoutline for Boat Diver including:

    Boat diving entry Descend Dive for fun and pleasure Ascent, perform safety stop for 3 minutes at 5 metres/15 feet Boat diving exit

    Stow equipment

    I am a renewed, Teaching status PADI Instructor in this specialty.

    Instructor Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________ PADI #______________

    Instructor Signature ____________________________________________________________________________________ Completion Date _______________

    Dive Two

    I verify that this student has satisfactorily completed Dive Two as outlined in the PADI standardizedoutline for Boat Diver including:

    Develop dive plan Boat diving entry

    Descend Dive for fun and pleasure Ascent, perform safety stop for 3 minutes at 5 metres/15 feet Boat diving exit Stow equipment

    I am a renewed, Teaching status PADI Instructor in this specialty.

    Instructor Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________ PADI #______________

    Instructor Signature ____________________________________________________________________________________ Completion Date _______________

    I verify that I have completed all performance requirements for this Boat Diver Specialty. I am

    adequately prepared to dive in areas and under conditions similar to those in which I was trained. Iagree to abide by PADI Standard Safe Diving Practices.

    Student Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Student Signature ___________________________________________________________________________________________Date ______________

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