Unit Award Scheme
98333 INTRODUCTION TO SCUBA DIVING
In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have | Evidence needed | |
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demonstrated the ability to | ||
1 | take part in a preliminary briefing session on scuba equipment use and theory | Summary sheet |
2 | learn at least five underwater hand signs, eg ok, stop, ascend, descend, problem | Summary sheet |
3 | form working groups of three when requested to do so | Summary sheet |
4 | prepare scuba equipment for pool session use, with instruction where necessary | Summary sheet |
5 | enter the swimming pool safely | Summary sheet |
6 | put on scuba equipment safely and as instructed, with assistance where necessary | Summary sheet |
7 | take part in a pre-session review of equipment used and hand signals | Summary sheet |
8 | carry out an underwater skill, eg remove and replace regulator | Summary sheet |
9 | use the scuba equipment appropriately in order to perform an underwater lap of the swimming pool, with assistance if necessary | Summary sheet |
10 | take part in an 'out-of-pool' evaluation session | Summary sheet |
11 | put forward at least one appropriate suggestion for improving the course | Summary sheet |
shown knowledge of | ||
12 | at least three scuba diving health and safety issues, eg not holding breath underwater, equalising ear pressure at regular intervals, checking regulator is in working order | Summary sheet |
experienced | ||
13 | taking part in a scuba diving taster session. | Summary sheet |
All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet
Approved 21 January 2004Level - Entry Level