Snorkeling Flashcards
Equalisation, what is it?
Equalisation is when expanding gases escape through the eustachin. There is more pressure as you go down
Dive flag
Usa - white and blue
International- red and white lash
Why are the buddy systems??
The buddy system is fundamental to be safe and to enjoy a dive. A good buddy will increase comfort, help plan the dive and be able to pefrom resuces
Positive and negative buoyancy
Positive buoyancy is floating, neg gative buoyancy js sinking and neutral is niether
Wetsuits, material , beneifits
West Suits are made from neoprene. They provide protection from stings cuts and provides warmthp
How to deal with Equaliztion?
To deal with equalization you can either hold your nose and start blowing gently or by pinching your nose and swallowing
Duck diving
Flat on water
Knell
Then swim vertical
Communication signals
- wavin hand (help)
- flat hand (stop)
- wobbly wrists (something is wrong)
- circle in fingers ( are you ok, imOk)
- two hand touching above head ( im okay)
- one hand touching head (im okay)
Parts of a mask
Skirt, frame, lens, strap, strap buckles, purge valve, nose pocket