PADI Divemaster Knowledge Review
Questions And Correct Answers
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?
A dress code makes the staff look professional. it gives the dive staff credibility.
list at least 5 characteristics of a good role model PADI Divemaster
1. Excellent dive skills
2. Practice safe, responsible diving
3. Demonstrate care for the environment
4. Equipped with well maintained gear
5. Easily build rapport with divers
Certified divers are responsible for following safe diving practices they've been trained
to use. However, if they see a "professional" disregarding them, how may that affect
their perceptions?
Seeing a "professional" disregard safe diving practices may cause questions about the
practices, or raise questions about the professionalism and credibility of the individual
violating the practices.
,list 5 benefits of being a PADI Divemaster and a PADI member.
1. PADI'S brand recognition
2. Ability to conduct certain programs
3. Access to PADI services
4. Support of environmental efforts
5. PADI publications and Pro's site
list 4 responsibilities of being a PADI Divemaster
1. Adhere to PADI standards
2. meet code of practice
3. Fulfill listed divemaster duties
4. Renew annual membership
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.
previous courses were a student-teacher relationship. in the divemaster course the
instructor will be more of a mentor and peer. They will explain the thinking and explain
judgement calls. They will want to know how i think and why.
how does having a dive reference library relate to your ability to solve problems as a
diving expert?
it gives you a large knowledge and experience base to draw from
,list 5 types of additional training you may want and how it may benefit you
1. Specialty diver courses-Benefit: Expand knowledge and skill.
2. Specialty instructor courses-Benefit: Teach popular courses
3. PADI TecRec courses-Benefit: Expand knowledge and skill.
4. other dive-related or business courses-Benefit: Help reach career goals
5. Discover Scuba Diving leader-Benefit: introduce people to diving.
As a divemaster your role is generally to provide________ planning that other divers
use to plan their individual buddy team dives within.
Broad
3 ways wind can affect dive conditions
1. Wind can cause upwelling that affects water.
2. Wind can cause upwelling that affects water temperature and visibility.
3. Wind can generate waves and surge.
The rule of thumb is that it is best to dive at
________ ________ tide, but this is a general rule
slack high
, list 3 broad considerations when planning dives to remote areas.
1. Cover broad logistics-air fills, sleeping arrangements, food, etc.
2. Emergencies- more medical supplies, transport, etc.
3. Self Sufficiency-communications, etc.
The primary reason for having and using accounting procedures is to be sure every
diver returns from the dive. Incident reports indicate that problems with this usually
result from _____________________________________________.
Failure to use an accounting procedure at all.
list 6 characteristics of responsible diver behavior
1. Plans dives within training/experience
2. Properly equipped
3. Maintains equipment and checks it
4. Check air frequently and end with reserve
5. Stays well within no stop limits
6. Avoids contact with sensitive aquatic life
What 4 ways you can encourage responsible dive behavior
Questions And Correct Answers
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?
A dress code makes the staff look professional. it gives the dive staff credibility.
list at least 5 characteristics of a good role model PADI Divemaster
1. Excellent dive skills
2. Practice safe, responsible diving
3. Demonstrate care for the environment
4. Equipped with well maintained gear
5. Easily build rapport with divers
Certified divers are responsible for following safe diving practices they've been trained
to use. However, if they see a "professional" disregarding them, how may that affect
their perceptions?
Seeing a "professional" disregard safe diving practices may cause questions about the
practices, or raise questions about the professionalism and credibility of the individual
violating the practices.
,list 5 benefits of being a PADI Divemaster and a PADI member.
1. PADI'S brand recognition
2. Ability to conduct certain programs
3. Access to PADI services
4. Support of environmental efforts
5. PADI publications and Pro's site
list 4 responsibilities of being a PADI Divemaster
1. Adhere to PADI standards
2. meet code of practice
3. Fulfill listed divemaster duties
4. Renew annual membership
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.
previous courses were a student-teacher relationship. in the divemaster course the
instructor will be more of a mentor and peer. They will explain the thinking and explain
judgement calls. They will want to know how i think and why.
how does having a dive reference library relate to your ability to solve problems as a
diving expert?
it gives you a large knowledge and experience base to draw from
,list 5 types of additional training you may want and how it may benefit you
1. Specialty diver courses-Benefit: Expand knowledge and skill.
2. Specialty instructor courses-Benefit: Teach popular courses
3. PADI TecRec courses-Benefit: Expand knowledge and skill.
4. other dive-related or business courses-Benefit: Help reach career goals
5. Discover Scuba Diving leader-Benefit: introduce people to diving.
As a divemaster your role is generally to provide________ planning that other divers
use to plan their individual buddy team dives within.
Broad
3 ways wind can affect dive conditions
1. Wind can cause upwelling that affects water.
2. Wind can cause upwelling that affects water temperature and visibility.
3. Wind can generate waves and surge.
The rule of thumb is that it is best to dive at
________ ________ tide, but this is a general rule
slack high
, list 3 broad considerations when planning dives to remote areas.
1. Cover broad logistics-air fills, sleeping arrangements, food, etc.
2. Emergencies- more medical supplies, transport, etc.
3. Self Sufficiency-communications, etc.
The primary reason for having and using accounting procedures is to be sure every
diver returns from the dive. Incident reports indicate that problems with this usually
result from _____________________________________________.
Failure to use an accounting procedure at all.
list 6 characteristics of responsible diver behavior
1. Plans dives within training/experience
2. Properly equipped
3. Maintains equipment and checks it
4. Check air frequently and end with reserve
5. Stays well within no stop limits
6. Avoids contact with sensitive aquatic life
What 4 ways you can encourage responsible dive behavior
