1. A growing number of dive operations have staff dress codes. How does this
benefit the perceptions customers have of the operation in general, and staff
members in particular?*Answer* A dress code projects an image of professionalism, and can improve
customer perceptions of dive statt.
2. List at least five characteristics of a good role model PADI dive master
*Answer* 1) Excellent dive skills.
2) Practicing safe diving.
3) Maintaining physical fitness for diving.
4) Maintaining dive gear in top condition.
5) Projects confidence and prioritizes diver safety.
3. Certified divers are responsible for following the safe diving practices
they've been trained to use. However, if they see a "professional" disregarding
them, how many that affect their perceptions?
*Answer* They could form the impression that safety rules are mere formalities, leading to unsafe
,diving behaviors. This reflects poorly on the dive operation.
4. List five benefits of being a PADI dive master and a PADI member.
*Answer* 1) You become a member of the largest professional dive organization in the world.
2) Allows access to professional publications.
3) Able to purchase educational materials at a reduced rate.
4) Access to professional liability insurance.
5) Access to a PADI educational consultant.
5. List five responsibilities of being a PADI dive master.
*Answer* 1) Following PADI standards.
2) Following the PADI code of practice.
3) Using respectful and professional communication.
4) Performing Divemaster duties.
5) Staying current with skills and knowledge.
6. Explain how you expect your relationship with your instructor in the PADI
Divemaster course to differ from the relationship with your instructor in
,previous PADI courses.
*Answer* The relationship evolves from simply student-teacher to a mentorship, with more coaching and
more give-and-take.
7. How does having a dive reference library relate to your ability to solve
problems as a diving expert?
*Answer* It allows you to stay current on your knowledge. The more knowledge and skills you possess,
the more tools you have in your toolbox for active problem-solving.
, 8. List five types of additional trainings you may want and how each one may
benefit you.
*Answer* 1) Boating Skills and Seamanship = improve boat diving skill and ability.
2) Dive Equipment Maintenance and Repair = gives you the ability to prevent and correct problems with dive gear.
3) Dive Physiology and Decompression Theory = gives you a better understanding of diver health and safety.
4) Underwater Imaging = allows you to capture diving and the undersea world with photos and video.
5) Marine Life and Conservation = allows you to share knowledge and help maintain the diving environment for future
generations.
9. As a dive, master, your role is generally to provide plan-
ning that other divers use to plan their individual buddy team dives within.
*Answer* -
Broad
10. List three ways that wind can affect dive conditions.
*Answer* 1) Wind can cause waves, surge, and current.
2) Wind can stir up silt that reduces visibility.