The CMAS Training System
The CMAS International Diving Certification system exists to enable divers who are trained in accordance with CMAS’ international training standards to have their certifications recognized…
Planning
In the planning of the dive we will have to consider the following parameters: Maximum depth to be achieved Duration of the dive Calculation of…
Pre-Planning
Pre-planning can be carried out at home or in the dive centre, where they define: Diving goals. Choose where we’re going to dive. Equipment needed…
Initial Meeting
After planning has been made, the dive leader should meet with all stakeholders. If you are diving with a dive center, the dive leader must…
Thermometer
FUNCTION Although it is not indispensable to the diver, the use of the thermometer is not superfluous, because the water temperature is an information of…
Correct Order of Equip
CORRECT SEQUENCE Although each diver can place his equipment in the order he sees fit, the most logical sequence to be followed, in order to…
Course Standards and Procedures
The Standard of the One Star Diver course is the technical document that defines all requirements that must be met by the Diving School, the…
The Diver’s Career
The career of the CMAS Training System consists of 4 Practitioner levels and 3 Instructor levels. Career progression is carried out by conducting training courses…
Legal Framework
LEGAL FRAMEWORK The legal provisions in force that frame the underwater archaeological heritage and the diver’s behaviour are as follows: Decree-Law No. 164/97 of 27…
How to Act Before Archaeological Remains
ON-THE-SPOT INTERVENTION The recreational diver plays a key role and can make a major contribution to underwater archaeology if it acts correctly. The most important…