SCUBA DIVING 7.

SPG or Submersible Pressure

- an acronym for Self-Contained Gauge
Underwater Breathing Apparatus - shows how much of the air is
or SCUBA. left.
- is a diving method where a diver 8. Scuba Tank
uses a regulator as the breathing - contains pressurized air
apparatus. which allows one to breathe
and to stay longer
Purposes: underwater.
1. For Recreation 9. Fins
2. For Technical Purposes - provide the propulsion that
3. For Commercial Purposes makes it possible to swim
4. For Underwater Surveillance with lesser effort.
10. Scuba or Wet Suit
WHO CAN SCUBA DIVE? - provides protection from the
AGE coldness of the water.
- 10 yrs old - Junior Open Water Other Accessories
Diver 1. Dive Computer
- 15 yrs old - Open Water Diver's - monitors the diver's depth,
Certificate time of being underwater.
HEALTH 2. Dive Lights
DISABILITIES - provides the needed light as
SWIMMING SKILL it can be dark underwater.
3. Dive Knife
BASIC DIVING EQUIPMENT - used for cutting ropes, lines,
1. Dive Mask and monofilament
- creates the air pocket to 4. Dive Case
have a clearer view of the - used for protecting the gears
underwater life. while traveling.
2. Snorkel
- is a breathing tube allowing SKILLS NEEDED IN SCUBA DIVING
you to inhale and exhale. Pre-Dive
3. Regulator - entails procedures that divers
- lets you breathe under- adhere to.
water. - There is the detailed safety check of
- delivers the steady supply of equipment and readiness on the
air. diver as well.
4. BCD or Buoyancy Control Device - The procedures are standardized
- helps control the position in and observing it step-by-step is a
the water column. must.
5. Octopus Pre-Dive Safety Check
- is the backup regulator. - must be done before going to the
6. Weight Belt water.
- used to counteract buoyancy.
 - performed once a diver is wearing 1. Signal buddy and begin the
his/her gear and is done with a dive ascent together.
buddy. 2. Begin ascent while there is
5 STEPS OF THE PRE-DIVE SAFETY still sufficient air remaining
CHECK in the tank.
1. Check the buoyancy compensator 3. Go slowly.
2. Check the Weights 4. Breathe continuously when
3. Check the Releases ascending
4. Check the Air Regulator 5. Make a safety stop when
5. Final Okay one reaches 15 feet for 3 to 5
Five-Point Descent procedure minutes.
1. Signal (thumbs down) to descend 6. Extend one hand over head
2. Orient to some surface object for 7. Drift slowly to the surface.
reference. Communication is very essential among
3. Remove the snorkel and replace it divers, and the best way for them to
with the regulator mouthpiece. communicate is through hand signals.
4. Time-check
5. Deflate the BCD just enough DIVE SIGNALS BY Recreational Scuba
6. Feet first in descent Training Council, Inc. (RSTC) in 2005:

Descending
- should be done in a slow and
controlled way; this is what they call
the controlled descent.
- It serves as a preventive measure to
stay safe.

STEPS THAT WILL ENSURE A

COMPLETED DESCENT:
- Step 1: Understand the Use of the
Buoyancy Compensator Device
(BCD)
- Step 2: DO NOT deflate All the Air
from the BCD to Begin the
Descent
- Step 3: Exhale Fully to Begin Your
Descent
- Step 4: Re-Establish Neutral
Buoyancy
- Step 5: Regroup

Ascending
- When one is ready to end a dive, do
the following:
 - Always ascend slowly from every
dive.
- Listen to the inner voice.
- Ensure that ears are ok.
- Watch your ascent rate on all
dives.
Where can one enroll to earn a diving - Make a safety stop.
certificate? After Dive
- Professional Association of - Stow all gear away on the boat.
Diving Institute (PADI) - Debrief with guide and buddy
- Scuba School International (SSI) - If you feel something strange, let
others know.
Health-related benefits of DIVING - Do not fly until at least 18-24 hours.
- improves and maintains the general
fitness and stamina level.
- improves cardio-vascular
performance.
- reduced risk of heart attacks, strokes
and circulatory problems and
ailments in general.
- improves muscle tone and strength.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS IN SCUBA

DIVING BY Divers Alert Network or DAN
Before Diving
- Make sure you are fit to dive.
- Always listen to the instructor or
dive guide.
- Plan your dive depth, time, and
safety stop with your buddy
- Choose dives that match your
skills.
- Check equipment thoroughly.
During the Dive
- Breathe normally all the time.
- Equalize your ears frequently as
you descend.
- Stay aware where your guide and
buddy are located.
- Keep an eye on your air gauge.
- Dive within the limits of your dive
computer.
- Do not overexert yourself.
- Do not touch anything.