Be a RESPONSIBLE DIVER....

In a recent *ALERT DIVER publication Bill Clendenen, Director, of DAN Training, spelled out seven goals of a RESPONSIBLE DIVER. They, like my 10 COMMANDMENTS of the DIVER, are worth reading over - every now and then. Here's Bill's points... read them carefully, then USE THEM, on every dive, okay?

1. I will dive within the limits of my training and ability.
    
2. I will evaluate the conditions before every dive and make sure they fit my personal capabilities.
    
3. I will be familiar with and check my equipment before and during every dive.
    
4. I will respect the buddy system and its advantages.
    
5. I will accept responsibility for my own safety on every dive.
    
6. I will be environmentally conscious on every dive.
    
7. I will be responsible to myself, the people I dive with and the environment.
    

If you note a resemblance of these seven points and my "10 Commandments of the Diver", it should be no surprise. Bill and I are responsible divers. You should be, too. It doesn't hurt - and darn sure might help. If you are not a responsible diver - don't dive. It's as simple as that.

*ALERT DIVER is the magazine publication of DAN (The Diver Alert Network). If you are not a member of DAN and are a diver, may I ask, WHY? You can contact them for general information about this fine non-profit organization by E-Mail: dan@dan.ycg.org Their URL is: http://www.dan.ycg.org