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Specialties - Surface Marker Buoy Diver - R830 Buy

Why PADI SMB Diver?
Surface Marker Buoys serve a range of purposes. They are used to: Allow boat support to identify an ascending diver or provide a visual reference for ascending divers. Surface Marker Buoys are popular for use in areas with heavy boat traffic, or where divers may be drifting in a current.

What do I need to start? Open Water Diver (or equivalent) Minimum Age:12 years old

What will I do? Demonstrate correct stowage of SMB and reel prior to dive Launch delayed SMB from stationary position on the bottom Conduct a tour whilst towing the SMB on the surface, whilst demonstrating the ability to reel in and reel out Ascend using line as tactile reference and make a safety stop Safely deploy a delayed SMB whilst hovering

How long will it take? Recommended hours:12 2 dives – may be conducted in 1 day

What will I need? Delayed Surface Marker Buoy Appropriate reel for use with SMB

What next? Your Adventures In Diving Navigation Adventure Dive may count toward your Specialty course at instructor discretion. This Specialty also counts toward your Master Scuba Diver certification.