Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is an underwater swimming activity involving the use of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA).
School scuba diving activities generally can be classified into two types:
- an introductory scuba activity with training in the use of scuba equipment in a pool, basic scuba theory and, possibly, an introductory dive in open water
- scuba training towards the achievement of a recognised scuba diver qualification.
These guidelines apply to the type of introductory scuba activity described in the first dot point above.
Any scuba diving beyond an introductory activity, or where students are working toward scuba qualifications, must be conducted according to the Australian Standard AS 4005.1 Training and Certification of Recreational Divers.