navy85
Contributor
for OW and AOW. Perhaps dive operators could do a little better job checking C-cards or log books.
If there is a move towards recertification, by all means there should be a mechanism to demonstrate proficiency through a certain number of logged dives, additional training, or a combination. Many industry certifications (self-regulated) have a point system for recertification, which is generally every three years. Typically, a certain number of points are awarded for remaining active (i.e. employed) in the discipline; attending relevant training, conferences, or symposia; teaching relevant subjects, and similar activities that demonstrate the individual is maintaining proficiency and participating in that field.
As for DMs and instructors, there should be a recertification process if there already isn't one (sounds as if SSI does have one) to help keep them active in the field and up-to-date. The system described above is one way, but a "monitor" sounds like a good way to go.
Note that recertifying <> requalifying, but a demonstration of proficiency through one of several means.
If there is a move towards recertification, by all means there should be a mechanism to demonstrate proficiency through a certain number of logged dives, additional training, or a combination. Many industry certifications (self-regulated) have a point system for recertification, which is generally every three years. Typically, a certain number of points are awarded for remaining active (i.e. employed) in the discipline; attending relevant training, conferences, or symposia; teaching relevant subjects, and similar activities that demonstrate the individual is maintaining proficiency and participating in that field.
As for DMs and instructors, there should be a recertification process if there already isn't one (sounds as if SSI does have one) to help keep them active in the field and up-to-date. The system described above is one way, but a "monitor" sounds like a good way to go.
Note that recertifying <> requalifying, but a demonstration of proficiency through one of several means.