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As a training organization, PADI has nothing to do with this tragic situation. And if we can't convince enriched air divers that checking one's own tank is the right course, this seems like a non-starter. Knowing that you should always know what is in your tank is not a training issue, it's a...

Our local tv weatherman referred to "that most dreaded of all meteorological phenomena, The Siberian High."

You read a lot into this forum. I'm not being sarcastic, not implying anything, just stating my opinion. And I don't have the ability to do anything in regards to providing this service... I'm not in charge of anyone. :-)

You began a thread about the weather, then a while later used it to advertise one of your services. Then you come in and give your clients a "I hope you tip well" finger wag, talking about how much of a hardship this is for your staff. I'm a fan of dealing with businesses who treat their...

Must be working out for you from a business perspective, Dave, or you wouldn't do it.

glad you liked Sorrisi. It's long been my favourite restaurant on the island, and Francesco will always go out of his way to make his guests happy. Try just going and putting yourself in his hands... "Cook for me" and I promise you will not be disappointed! kari

Seems like he wants to understand what the real rule is, in the face of conflicting information. Here is one contact at the park; hope it helps. María Patricia Can Martínez <maria.can@conanp.gob.mx> Ma. Patricia Can Martínez Consultora PNUD Cultura para la Conservación Parque Nacional...

Wow... that's quite a story. Thanks for sharing your experience! and good luck with your diving future. :-) kari

whatever they are, they're awesome!

great trip report! I'm putting together a group for Lembeh next summer, and love reading the reports... really whets the appetite. Thank you! kari

And one big benefit is it's an actual certification, so there's no time limit on moving forward. That is, a Scuba Diver can upgrade to Open Water at any time in the future, without the restriction of having to do another component within 12 months.

Or someone who has an issue during their referral (perhaps an equalization problem) who is unable to complete all four open water dives. They might be able to get a Scuba Diver cert, which is better than sending them away with nothing...

When do you arrive, Chief? We're going to need more than just one drink.

As a PADI professional, the only depth related standard I am held to outside of training is with 10 or 11 year old divers.

True, except if the diver is 10 or 11. Good question. "After certification, 10-11 year olds are restricted to diving with a parent, guardian or PADI Professional to 12 metre/40 feet maximum depth; 12-14 year olds must dive with an adult certified diver."

Right. But if I am not even interested in ensuring that my "teacher" has the minimum qualifications, surely I'm unconcerned about dying during the adventure. You only live once, right? To heck with any "rules."

Thank you. Chief, it's not an instructor vs DM issue. It's a training vs not training issue. Wrt the article, if the guy isn't an instructor, he can do whatever he wants. Anyone can take you diving. No one says you must choose a qualified person to do so. And if what you're looking for is an...

PADI advises you to dive within your training and experience. PADI is a training organization. Standards apply to training. There are no "fun diving" standards. So the DM, while he may be doing things that are foolhardy and may endanger your life, is not breaking PADI's training standards when...

Of course. That's part of why I think checking is so important. If we agree that even those with cards sometimes operate outside of standards, we should at least be taking that first step. Then we should be taking many more steps before we choose someone into whose hands we literally put the...

Not quite, chief. JFS said "There are individuals who do such courses with no accreditation and will not be following standards which are there for your safety, as set forth by training agencies." And I agree with him; I believe there are individuals here on the island who will do things for...