Welcome Exploring the underwater world is both fun and serious. Scuba diving is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. Scuba Diving requires: Some physical fitness Ability to solve problems that come up Emotional maturity You should have good general health and be comfortable in and around the water to scuba dive. PRODUCT NO. 79130 Revised 02/01 Version 2.01 PADI 2001
Like any adventurous activity, there are potential risks in scuba diving. However, these are well known and easy to avoid by following some simple rules. Possible risks specific to scuba diving include: Problems with your ears Drowning and breathing-in water Getting cold in the water Lung over-expansion injury It is important to follow some simple rules to avoid injury, which, although unlikely, could be serious, even fatal. You will learn these rules during your scuba diving program. When you follow these rules and suggestions, scuba diving is a reasonably safe and fun activity.
Roles and Responsibilities PADI s Role: to provide the best training materials and educational support possible. PADI Instructor s Role: to supervise your training, follow PADI s guidelines and provide as safe a diving experience as possible. Parent s Responsibility: to help evaluate your medical, physical and emotional readiness to participate in scuba diving. If you or your parents know of any medical problems you may have, you ll need to see a medical doctor before scuba diving. The PADI Medical Statement will help you, your parents and the doctor review your medical fitness to participate. Your Responsibility: to understand and put to use the following six ACTION steps during your scuba diving adventure.
A ATTENTION Pay attention, listen and follow the rules. Diving is exciting and you can become distracted, but stay focused on your instructor and the assistants. Be sure to follow the rules covered by your instructor to help lower your risks and increase your fun. Failure to follow these rules can lead to serious injury, even fatality.
C COMMUNICATION If you don t understand something, or get confused, ask your instructor. Your instructor is there to help and to answer your questions. Don t be shy, it s important for you to understand. You may find that other people have the same questions you have!
T TAKE CARE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT We were not born to live underwater. That s why we have to use scuba equipment. Without properly cared for equipment, you increase your risks and make it harder to dive safely and comfortably. It s very important that all your equipment is designed for scuba diving and fits you properly. Be sure to take care of your equipment every time you use it.
I INFORM Inform your instructor of how you feel. Tell your instructor if you re cold, tired, having a problem or don t understand something. You ll learn hand signals so you can "talk" with your instructor underwater.
O OBSERVE Observe how your instructor does things and follow the example. Watch where your instructor is and be sure to watch for signals and direction.
N NOW HAVE FUN! Don t forget to have fun! Scuba diving is a serious activity and there are risks involved. But you can manage these risks and avoid injury by following the simple ACTION steps. Paying careful attention to proper training and instruction will teach you how to avoid injury and reduce the risk of hurting yourself. So take ACTION and have a great time. The fun has just begun!
Youth Diving: Responsibility and Risks Acknowledgment (Please read carefully, fill in all blanks, and sign and date below.) I/we,, and my/our child,, have viewed and understand the Youth Diving: Responsibility and Risks video or flip chart. We affirm we have been advised and thoroughly informed that diving is an adventure sport with inherent risks to the participant. These risks may include, but are not limited to, pressure related injuries affecting the lungs, sinuses and ears, drowning, panic and other serious injury or death. We also understand our responsibilities, as parent and participant (child), in participating in scuba activities and agree to accept those responsibilities. As the parent/guardian of the minor child, I/we understand and agree it is solely my/our responsibility to evaluate whether my/our child should participate in scuba activities. Our decision is based upon our knowledge of the mental, physical and emotional abilities of our child, as well as his/her medical history. I/we understand and agree it is my/our responsibility to discuss with a physician any questions I/we have regarding my/our child s medical history and participation in this activity. I/we understand and agree that it is my/our responsibility to continue to monitor the abilities and health of my/our child to determine whether he/she should continue in this program and continue to dive after the program. I/we agree to abide by all supervisory and depth limitations that may accompany my/our child s PADI certification. I/we understand that PADI certifies instructors/dive centers and provides materials for programs developed by PADI. I/we understand that the dive center/resort and the instructor are responsible for the conduct and supervision of this activity I/we understand my responsibilities and those of my child as set forth in the Youth Diving Responsibilities and Risk video or flip chart. I/we have read this Acknowledgment, understand and agree to the terms and conditions, and understand and agree that this Acknowledgment is a binding contract between us, the dive professional, the dive facility and PADI. Parent/Guardian Name Parent/Guardian Signature (Day/Month/Year) Participant/Minor Name Participant/Minor Signature (Day/Month/Year) Product No. 10615 (11/05) Version 2.01 PADI 2005
Release of Liability/Assumption of Risk/Non-agency Acknowledgement Form EQUIPMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT Please read carefully and fill in all blanks before signing. THIS AGREEMENT is entered into between store/resort and, rentor for the rental of scuba and/or skin diving equipment. This AGREEMENT is a release of my rights and the rights of my heirs, assigns or beneficiaries to sue for injuries or death resulting from the rental and/or use of this equipment. I personally assume all risks of skin and/or scuba diving, whether foreseen or unforeseen, related in any way to the rental and/or use of this equipment. Non-Agency Disclosure and Acknowledgment Agreement I understand and agree that PADI Members ( Members ), including store/resort and/or any individual PADI Instructors and Divemasters associated with the program in which I am participating, are licensed to use various PADI Trademarks and to conduct PADI training, but are not agents, employees or franchisees of PADI Americas, Inc, or its parent, subsidiary and affiliated corporations ( PADI ). I further understand that Member business activities are independent, and are neither owned nor operated by PADI, and that while PADI establishes the standards for PADI diver training programs, it is not responsible for, nor does it have the right to control, the operation of the Members business activities and the day-to-day conduct of PADI programs and supervision of divers by the Members or their associated staff. I further understand and agree on behalf of myself, my heirs and my estate that in the event of an injury or death during this activity, neither I nor my estate shall seek to hold PADI liable for the actions, inactions or negligence of store/resort and/ or the instructors and divemasters associated with the activity. Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement I understand and agree that, store/resort and its employees, owners, officers, contractor, assigns or agents (hereinafter referred to as Released Parties ), shall not be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death or other damages to me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns which may occur as a result of the rental and/or use of the equipment, or as a result of product defect, or the negligence of any party, including the Released Parties, whether passive or active. I hereby acknowledge receipt of the equipment designated in this form, and, if any of this equipment is to be used for scuba diving I affirm I am a certified scuba diver or student diver in a scuba diving course/program under the supervision of a certified scuba instructor. I affirm it is my responsibility to inspect all of the equipment and acknowledge it is in good working condition. I affirm that it is my responsibility to check both the quality and quantity of gas in any scuba tanks. I acknowledge that I should not dive if the equipment is not functioning properly. I will not hold the Released Parties responsible for my failure to inspect the equipment prior to diving or if I choose to dive with equipment that may not be functioning properly. I understand that skin diving and scuba diving are physically strenuous activities, that I will be exerting myself during these activities, and that if I am injured as a result of heart attack, panic, hyperventilation, drowning or any other cause, that I expressly assume the risk of said injuries and that I will not hold the Released Parties responsible for the same. I agree to reimburse the Dive Center/Resort for the loss or breakage of any and all equipment at the current replacement value and to also pay for damages incurred while transporting the equipment. I agree to return the equipment in clean condition and to pay a cleaning fee if not returned cleaned. I further state that I am of lawful age and legally competent to sign this liability release, or that I have acquired the written consent of my parent or guardian. I understand the terms herein are contractual and not a mere recital, and that I have signed this Agreement of my own free act and with the knowledge that I hereby agree to waive my legal rights. I further agree if any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be severed from this Agreement. The remainder of this Agreement will then be construed as though the unenforceable provision had never been contained herein. I understand and agree that I am not only giving up my right to sue the Released Parties but also any rights my heirs, assigns, and beneficiaries may have to sue the Released Parties resulting from my death. I further represent I have the authority to do so and that my heirs, assigns, or beneficiaries will be estopped from claiming otherwise because of my representations to the Released Parties. I,, rentor BY THIS INSTRUMENT AGREE TO EXEMPT AND RELEASE THE RELEASED PARTIES AND ALL RELATED ENTITIES AS DEFINED ABOVE, FROM ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR WRONGFUL DEATH AS A RESULT OF RENTING AND/OR USING THE EQUIPMENT, HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO PRODUCT LIABILITY OR THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES, WHETHER PASSIVE OR ACTIVE. I HAVE FULLY INFORMED MYSELF AND MY HEIRS OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS NON-AGENCY DISCLOSURE AND ACKNOWLDGEMENT AGREEMENT AND LIABILITY RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT BY READING BOTH BEFORE SIGNING BELOW ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND MY HEIRS. Participant s Signature Date (day/month/year) Signature of Parent/Guardian (where applicable) Date (day/month/year) - page 2 of 2 -
Release of Liability/Assumption of Risk/Non-agency Acknowledgement Form Discover Snorkeling and Skin Diving Please read carefully and fill in all blanks before signing. Non-Agency Disclosure and Acknowledgment Agreement I understand and agree that PADI Members ( Members ), including store/resort and/or any individual PADI Instructors and Divemasters associated with the program in which I am participating, are licensed to use various PADI Trademarks and to conduct PADI training, but are not agents, employees or franchisees of PADI Americas, Inc, or its parent, subsidiary and affiliated corporations ( PADI ). I further understand that Member business activities are independent, and are neither owned nor operated by PADI, and that while PADI establishes the standards for PADI diver training programs, it is not responsible for, nor does it have the right to control, the operation of the Members business activities and the day-to-day conduct of PADI programs and supervision of divers by the Members or their associated staff. I further understand and agree on behalf of myself, my heirs and my estate that in the event of an injury or death during this activity, neither I nor my estate shall seek to hold PADI liable for the actions, inactions or negligence of store/resort and/or the instructors and divemasters associated with the activity. Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement I, participant name hereby affirm that I am aware that skin diving has inherent risks which may result in serious injury or death. I understand and agree that neither my guide(s)/instructor(s), nor the facility through which this program is offered,, store/resort nor PADI Americas, Inc., nor its affiliate and subsidiary corporations, nor any of their respective employees, officers, agents, contractors or assigns (hereinafter referred to as Released Parties ), may be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death or other damages to me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in this program or as a result of the negligence of any party, including the Released Parties, whether passive or active. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this program, I hereby personally assume all risks of this program whether foreseen or unforeseen, that may befall me while I am participating in this program. I further release, exempt and hold harmless said program and Released Parties from any claim or lawsuit by me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns, arising out of my enrollment and participation in this program. I understand that snorkeling and skin diving are physically strenuous activities and that I will be exerting myself during this program, and that if I am injured as a result of heart attack, panic, hyperventilation, drowning or any other cause, that I expressly assume the risk of said injuries and that I will not hold the Released Parties responsible for the same. I understand that past or present medical conditions may be contraindicative to my participation in the program. I affirm that I am not currently suffering from a cold or congestion or have an ear infection. I affirm that I do not have a history of seizures, dizziness or fainting, or a history of heart condition (e.g. cardiovascular disease, angina, heart attack). I further affirm that I do not have a history of respiratory problems such as emphysema or tuberculosis. I affirm that I am not currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of my physical or mental abilities. I further state that I am of lawful age and legally competent to sign this liability release, or that I have acquired the written consent of my parent or guardian. I understand the terms herein are contractual and not a mere recital, and that I have signed this Agreement of my own free act and with the knowledge that I hereby agree to waive my legal rights. I further agree that if any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be severed from this Agreement. The remainder of this Agreement will then be construed as though the unenforceable provision had never been contained herein. - page 1 of 2 - PRODUCT NO. 10089 (Rev. 12/12) Version 5.01 PADI 2012
Release of Liability/Assumption of Risk/Non-agency Acknowledgement Form Discover Snorkeling and Skin Diving I understand and agree that I am not only giving up my right to sue the Released Parties but also any rights my heirs, assigns, or beneficiaries may have to sue the Released Parties resulting from my death. I further represent I have the authority to do so and that my heirs, assigns, or beneficiaries will be estopped from claiming otherwise because of my representations to the Released Parties. I,, participant name BY THIS INSTRUMENT AGREE TO EXEMPT and RELEASE MY GUIDE(S)/INSTRUCTOR(S), THE FACILITY THROUGH WHICH I RECEIVE MY INSTRUCTION,, store/resort AND PADI AMERICAS, INC., AND ALL RELATED ENTITIES AS DEFINED ABOVE, FROM ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES, WHETHER PASSIVE OR ACTIVE. I HAVE FULLY INFORMED MYSELF AND MY HEIRS OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS NON-AGENCY DISCLOSURE AND ACKNOWLDGEMENT AGREEMENT AND LIABILITY RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT BY READING BOTH BEFORE SIGNING BELOW ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND MY HEIRS. Participant s Signature Signature of Parent or Guardian (where applicable) Date (Day/Month/Year) Date (Day/Month/Year) - page 2 of 2 -
PADI Discover Scuba Diving Participant Statement Read the following paragraphs carefully. This statement, which includes a Medical Questionnaire, a Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement (Statement of Risks and Liability), Non-Agency Disclosure and Acknowledgment and the Discover Scuba Diving Knowledge and Safety Review, informs you of some potential risks involved in scuba diving and of the conduct required of you during the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program. If you are a minor, your parent or guardian must read this Guide and sign on the back panel. You will also need to learn important safety rules regarding breathing and equalization while scuba diving from the PADI Professional. Scuba diving and the use of scuba equipment without proper supervision or instruction can result in serious injury or death. You must be instructed in its use under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor. PADI Medical Questionnaire Scuba diving is an exciting and demanding activity. To scuba dive you must not be extremely overweight or out of condition. Diving can be strenuous under certain conditions. Your respiratory and circulatory systems must be in good health. All body air spaces must be normal and healthy. A person with heart trouble, a current cold or congestion, epilepsy, asthma, a severe medical problem, or who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, should not dive. If taking medication, consult your doctor before participating in this program. The purpose of the Medical Questionnaire is to find out if you should be examined by a physician before participating in recreational scuba diving. A positive response to a question does not necessarily disqualify you from diving. A positive response means that there is a preexisting condition that may affect your safety while diving and you must seek the advice of a physician. Please answer the following questions on your past and present medical history with a YES or NO. If you are not sure, answer YES. If any of these items apply to you, we must request that you consult with a physician prior to participating in scuba diving. Your PADI Professional will supply you with a PADI Medical Statement and Guidelines for Recreational Scuba Diver s Physical Examination to take to a physician. Do you currently have an ear infection? Do you have a history of ear disease, hearing loss or problems with balance? Do you have a history of ear or sinus surgery? Are you currently suffering from a cold, congestion, sinusitis or bronchitis? Do you have a history of respiratory problems, severe attacks of hayfever or allergies, or lung disease? Have you had a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or history of chest surgery? Do you have active asthma or history of emphysema or tuberculosis? Are you currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of your physical or mental abilities? Do you have behavioral health, mental or psychological problems or a nervous system disorder? Are you or could you be pregnant? Do you have a history of colostomy? Do you have a history of heart disease or heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery? Do you have a history of high blood pressure, angina, or take medication to control blood pressure? Are you over 45 and have a family history of heart attack or stroke? Do you have a history of bleeding or other blood disorders? Do you have a history of diabetes? Do you have a history of seizures, blackouts or fainting, convulsions or epilepsy or take medications to prevent them? Do you have a history of back, arm or leg problems following an injury, fracture or surgery? Do you have a history of fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks (claustrophobia or agoraphobia)?
Non-Agency Disclosure and Acknowledgment Agreement I understand and agree that PADI Members ( Members ), including (store/resort) and/or any individual PADI Instructors and Divemasters associated with the program in which I am participating, are licensed to use various PADI Trademarks and to conduct PADI training, but are not agents, employees or franchisees of PADI Americas, Inc, or its parent, subsidiary and affiliated corporations ( PADI ). I further understand that Member business activities are independent, and are neither owned nor operated by PADI, and that while PADI establishes the standards for PADI diver training programs, it is not responsible for, nor does it have the right to control, the operation of the Members business activities and the day-to-day conduct of PADI programs and supervision of divers by the Members or their associated staff. I further understand and agree on behalf of myself, my heirs and my estate that in the event of an injury or death during this activity, neither I nor my estate shall seek to hold PADI liable for the actions, inactions or negligence of (store/resort) and/or the instructors and divemasters associated with the activity. Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement I (participant name),, hereby affirm that I aware that skin and scuba diving have inherent risks which may result in serious injury or death. I understand that diving with compressed air involves certain inherent risks; decompression sickness, embolism or other hyperbaric injuries can occur that require treatment in a recompression chamber. I further understand that this program may be conducted at a site that is remote, either by time or distance or both, from such a recompression chamber. I still choose to proceed with this program in spite of the absence of a recompression chamber or medical facility in proximity to the dive site. The information I have provided about my medical history on the Medical Questionnaire is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I agree to accept responsibility for omissions regarding my failure to disclose any existing or past health conditions. I understand and agree that neither the dive professionals conducting this program, nor the facility through which this program is offered,, (facility name) nor PADI Americas, Inc., nor its affiliate or subsidiary corporations, nor any of their respective employees, officers, agents or assigns (hereinafter referred to as Released Parties ) may be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death or other damages to me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in this program or as a result of the negligence of the Released Parties, whether passive or active. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this program, I hereby personally assume all risks for any harm, injury or damage, whether foreseen or unforeseen, that may befall me while (Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement continued) participating in this program, including but not limited to the knowledge development, confined water and/or open water activities. I further release and hold harmless the Discover Scuba Diving program and the Released Parties from any claim or lawsuit by me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns, arising out of my participation in this program. I further understand that skin diving and scuba diving are physically strenuous activities and that I will be exerting myself during this program and that if I am injured as a result of heart attack, panic, hyperventilation, etc., that I expressly assume the risk of said injuries and that I will not hold the Released Parties responsible for the same. I further state that I am of lawful age and legally competent to sign this Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement, or that I have acquired the written consent of my parent or guardian. I understand that the terms herein are contractual and not a mere recital and that I have signed this Agreement of my own free act and with the knowledge that I hereby agree to waive my legal rights. I further agree that if any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be severed from this Agreement. The remainder of this Agreement will then be construed as though the unenforceable provision had never been contained herein. I understand and agree that I am not only giving up my right to sue the Released Parties but also any rights my heirs, assigns or beneficiaries may have to sue the Released Parties resulting from my death. I further represent that I have the authority to do so and that my heirs, assigns and beneficiaries will be estopped from claiming otherwise because of my representations to the Released Parties. I (participant name),, BY THIS INSTRUMENT DO EXEMPT AND RELEASE THE DIVE PROFESSIONALS CONDUCTING THIS PROGRAM, THE FACILITY THROUGH WHICH THE PROGRAM IS CONDUCTED, AND PADI AMERICAS, INC., AND ALL RELATED ENTITIES AND RELEASED PARTIES AS DEFINED ABOVE FROM ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH, HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES, WHETHER PASSIVE OR ACTIVE. I HAVE FULLY INFORMED MYSELF OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS LIABILITY RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND NON-AGENCY DISCLOSURE ACKNOWLEDGMENT AGREEMENT BY READING BOTH BEFORE SIGNING BELOW ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND MY HEIRS AND AFFIRM THE MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS ACCURATE. Participant Signature Date (Day/Month/Year) Parent/Guardian Signature (where applicable) Date (Day/Month/Year) Product No. 10648 (Rev. 05/13) Version 1.0 PADI 2013
www.padi.com EMERGENCY TREATMENT CONSENT FORM I affirm I am the parent and/or legal guardian of. NAME OF MINOR As the parent/guardian, I hereby authorize, and/or its (DIVE CENTER/RESORT/INSTRUCTOR) agents, employees or assigns, to seek medical treatment for, (MINOR) as a result of an accident or illness while under the supervision of. (DIVE CENTER/RESORT/INSTRUCTOR) I authorize the treatment of, by a qualified and (MINOR) licensed physician in the event of a medical emergency which, in the opinion of the attending physician, may endanger his/her life, cause disfigurement, physical impairment or undue discomfort if delayed. I affirm I have read the Liability Release and Assumption of Risk form, signed it of my own free will, and understand the legal consequences of signing the document. I have fully informed myself of the contents of this Emergency Treatment Consent Form by reading it before I signed it. PARENT/GUARDIAN (PLEASE PRINT) SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN ADDRESS DD / MM / YY HOME PHONE WORK PHONE ADDRESS Specific medical allergies, medicine being taken or other conditions physician should be aware of (if none, please write NONE): Medical Insurance Company: Policy Number: G PRODUCT NO. 10088 (Rev. 1/99) Version 1.1 International PADI, Inc. 1995, 1999