Scuba Diving Safety

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What is the recommended maximum depth for recreational scuba diving?

  1. 18 meters (60 feet)

  2. 30 meters (100 feet)

  3. 40 meters (130 feet)

  4. 50 meters (165 feet)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Recreational scuba diving is generally limited to a maximum depth of 18 meters (60 feet) to minimize the risk of decompression sickness (DCS).

What is the purpose of a dive computer?

  1. To measure depth and time underwater

  2. To calculate decompression stops

  3. To monitor air pressure in the tank

  4. To communicate with other divers underwater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A dive computer is an electronic device that measures depth and time underwater, and uses this information to calculate decompression stops and monitor air pressure in the tank.

What is the recommended ascent rate for scuba diving?

  1. 10 meters (33 feet) per minute

  2. 15 meters (50 feet) per minute

  3. 20 meters (66 feet) per minute

  4. 25 meters (82 feet) per minute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended ascent rate for scuba diving is 10 meters (33 feet) per minute to minimize the risk of decompression sickness (DCS).

What is the purpose of a safety stop during a scuba dive?

  1. To allow the body to adjust to the change in pressure

  2. To reduce the risk of decompression sickness (DCS)

  3. To check air pressure in the tank

  4. To communicate with other divers underwater


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A safety stop is a mandatory pause during a scuba dive, typically at a depth of 5 meters (16 feet) for 3-5 minutes, to allow the body to adjust to the change in pressure and reduce the risk of decompression sickness (DCS).

What is the recommended minimum surface interval between scuba dives?

  1. 1 hour

  2. 2 hours

  3. 3 hours

  4. 4 hours


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The recommended minimum surface interval between scuba dives is 2 hours to allow the body to rest and replenish its oxygen stores.

What is the purpose of a dive flag?

  1. To mark the location of a diver underwater

  2. To signal to boats that there are divers in the area

  3. To communicate with other divers underwater

  4. To measure depth and time underwater


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A dive flag is a brightly colored flag that is displayed on a boat or buoy to signal to other boats that there are divers in the area.

What is the recommended maximum pressure for a scuba tank?

  1. 200 bar (2900 psi)

  2. 250 bar (3600 psi)

  3. 300 bar (4350 psi)

  4. 350 bar (5100 psi)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended maximum pressure for a scuba tank is 200 bar (2900 psi) to minimize the risk of tank rupture.

What is the purpose of a buoyancy compensator device (BCD)?

  1. To control buoyancy underwater

  2. To provide air for breathing

  3. To measure depth and time underwater

  4. To communicate with other divers underwater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A buoyancy compensator device (BCD) is a vest-like device that is worn by scuba divers to control their buoyancy underwater.

What is the recommended minimum visibility for scuba diving?

  1. 5 meters (16 feet)

  2. 10 meters (33 feet)

  3. 15 meters (50 feet)

  4. 20 meters (66 feet)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The recommended minimum visibility for scuba diving is 10 meters (33 feet) to ensure that divers can see clearly underwater.

What is the purpose of a dive buddy?

  1. To provide assistance in case of an emergency

  2. To share air in case of an emergency

  3. To communicate with other divers underwater

  4. To measure depth and time underwater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A dive buddy is another diver who accompanies a diver underwater to provide assistance in case of an emergency.

What is the recommended maximum dive time for a recreational scuba dive?

  1. 60 minutes

  2. 90 minutes

  3. 120 minutes

  4. 150 minutes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended maximum dive time for a recreational scuba dive is 60 minutes to minimize the risk of decompression sickness (DCS).

What is the purpose of a pre-dive safety check?

  1. To ensure that all equipment is functioning properly

  2. To check air pressure in the tank

  3. To communicate with other divers underwater

  4. To measure depth and time underwater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A pre-dive safety check is a mandatory procedure that is performed before every scuba dive to ensure that all equipment is functioning properly.

What is the recommended maximum ascent rate for a scuba dive?

  1. 10 meters (33 feet) per minute

  2. 15 meters (50 feet) per minute

  3. 20 meters (66 feet) per minute

  4. 25 meters (82 feet) per minute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended maximum ascent rate for a scuba dive is 10 meters (33 feet) per minute to minimize the risk of decompression sickness (DCS).

What is the purpose of a dive log?

  1. To record dive details for future reference

  2. To share dive experiences with other divers

  3. To communicate with other divers underwater

  4. To measure depth and time underwater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A dive log is a record of dive details, such as date, time, location, depth, and dive time, that is kept by scuba divers for future reference.

What is the recommended minimum age for scuba diving?

  1. 10 years old

  2. 12 years old

  3. 14 years old

  4. 16 years old


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The recommended minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years old, as determined by most scuba diving organizations.

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