Adventure is second nature to scuba divers and the call of the sea is hard to ignore. That’s why divers are always eager to visit new dive sites and explore different aquatic environments.
Venturing into the sea at more than 20 meters (60 feet) opens a window to a new world with different kinds of marine life. Going deeper enables you to reach wrecks and unspoiled reefs. It’s a thrilling experience but exploring the deeper depths requires proper training and a high level of responsibility. Safety should always be a top priority among all divers, so it’s vital to acquire the right knowledge and skill to become a qualified Deep Diver.
Things to keep in mind before giving Deep Diving a go
Get certified for Deep Diving
If you have a PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent) or PADI Adventure Diver (or equivalent), you can enroll in the Deep Dive Specialty course. The minimum age for this course is 15 years old.
During the PADI Deep Diver Course, you will learn how to effectively plan and execute deep dives, use deep sea diving equipment, and manage your gas supply. You will also learn the facts about nitrogen narcosis including how to reduce the risks and how to deal with it. The course will also strengthen your buddy contact procedures, enforce safety considerations, enhance buoyancy control at depth, and learn new diving techniques.
Upon completion of the PADI Deep Diver, you will be certified to dive to a maximum depth of 40 meters (130 feet). This will give you an opportunity to enjoy deep sea diving in different parts of the globe such as scuba diving in Musandam.
Make sure you are fit to dive
Like in other dive courses, you have to be in good physical health before signing up. You have to fill out a medical questionnaire at the beginning of the course. If you have certain health issues, you might need a doctor’s approval to go scuba diving.
If you’re already a certified diver, then you must be aware that you should not dive when you have a cough, cold, or a hangover. It’s best to reschedule your dive if you’re not feeling well.
Always listen to your dive instructor
Listen attentively to dive briefings because it provides you with site information, entry and exit techniques, signal review, dive procedures, predive safety check, and other safety information. If something seems unclear to you, don’t be shy to ask questions from your dive instructor.
Perform a buddy check
The buddy check is a vital safety procedure in all types of diving, including deep diving. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, this pre-dive safety check allows you to go over your equipment to ensure that you have everything that you need before you start diving.
Do not touch anything
The underwater world is filled with amazing marine life of different colors, shapes, textures, and sizes. As a scuba diver, it is your responsibility to help preserve this beautiful environment by keeping your hands to yourself. Keep in mind that touching underwater plants and animals can damage or make them susceptible to infection. Marine creatures may also feel threatened and forced to protect themselves. You can avoid bites and stings by resisting the urge to touch marine life.
Perfecting your buoyancy is also crucial in protecting reefs and preventing accidental contact with corals and other aquatic life.
The same reminder applies to wreck diving. Do not touch anything outside and inside the wrecks to avoid cuts and abrasions from rusty fragments and sharp edges.
Dive within the limits
Plan your dive well and establish your maximum depth (do not exceed 40 meters) and bottom time. Monitor your depth and pressure gauge while diving to know how much time you have at each depth. Make sure you have plenty of air left for your return to the surface.
Have a fun and safe Deep Diving adventure
After completing your Deep Dive Specialty course, you can safely enjoy deep diving. Just make sure that you are in good physical health before scheduling your dive. For safety reasons, always listen attentively to your instructor and perform a buddy check before your descent. When exploring the depths, do not touch anything to protect yourself, as well as marine life. Last but not least, stay within your dive limits. If you’re all set for your Deep Dive, get in touch with us and we can arrange your scuba diving Dubai.
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