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Activity - Diving
It is a legal requirement that a divers flag is displayed. It must
be able to be seen and readily identified from 200 metres away.
The minimum size that achieves this is 600mm high by at least 600mm
long. It must be clearly visible even when there is no wind. A watch
keeper left on the dive boat must be instructed to wave the flag
so that it can be seen by any approaching vessel. A three dimensional
rigid mounted flag is necessary if no watch keeper stays on board.
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| The Diver's Flag means a diver
is in the water, so keep well clear and move at a slow speed.
Divers sometimes drift away from their support boat, so expect
them to be well away from the boat. Maintain at least 200
metres distance from the flag or keep your speed down to under
5 knots.
A diver's head is hard to see in the water or they may be
just below the surface.
Remember to DiveSafe:
- always dive with a buddy;
- get professional instruction;
- maintain your equipment;
- take a refresher course.
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Click on the DiveSafe Logo to visit New
Zealand Underwater's
website for more information on diving and underwater activities.
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