McNETT® - Essentials for AdventureTM

Boat Operator Tip

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  • Dive Safety

    As a boat operator you should:
    • Be able to recognize a “diver down” flag, a bright red flag with a diagonal white stripe, floating in divers’ areas.
    • Stay the legal distance from a diver down flag. The law varies by state so check with your local authorities.
    • Be on the lookout for bubbles breaking the water’s surface. There may be divers below who have strayed from their marked diving area.

    When diving from a boat, remember:
    • Always display the diver down flag from your dive raft or buoy.
    • Carry a whistle to alert boaters of your presence and to warn fellow divers of hazards.
    • Have at least one person remain on the boat as an observer or in case of emergency.

Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide

  • UV Tech™ Protectant

    UV Tech™ Protectant

    Every 30-45 days of sun exposure treat surfaces of boats, PFD’s, spray skirts, paddles, and dry suit gaskets with UV Tech™ Surface Protectant & Rejuvenator to protect surfaces, enhancing color and minimizing the appearance of scratches.
  • Which Fins are Best?

    Which Fins are Best?

    Classic blade fins are known to provide strong and powerful kicks in the water. Divers comment that blade fins are best when the need is for speed and/or lots of frog kicks. They are commonly used for cave and wreck diving. Blade fins are slightly negative in buoyancy which counteracts a thick and highly buoyant exposure suit.