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RSSHow to Scuba Dive Safely
Scuba diving is a very challenging activity which requires a lot of confidence and skill. Here are the important points to keep in mind to ensure safe scuba dive. Read on.
• Planning is very important for the smooth conduct of any sport. So, before you get into the water, plan all your dives.
• You should plan the deepest dive as your first dive for the day. It should be done in the very beginning of your dive.
• Exerting is a no-no during your dive. Don’t do any physical activity for at least half an hour after the dive is finished. After the dive is finished, don’t do any physical for at least half an hour.
• You should keep monitoring your dive computer or gauges for depth and time throughout the dive.
• If it is cold water, start your ascent before you reach your no-decompression limit.
• The ascent rate will be indicated by your dive computer. You should fall in line with the ascent rate.
• It is always safe to carry out a three-minute safety stop between 20 feet and 10 feet.
• You should not attempt to dive deeper than 130 feet unless you have gained the require expertise and skill of diving deep.
• You should not go for hiking or take a plane flight for at least 12 hours after a dive.
• Last but not the least; try to exceed the limits of your experience and skill.
