Which of the following actions is listed as a duty for the dive supervisor?

• A. Ensure strict adherence to the guidelines established in the Command Dive Bill
• B. Direct and train all personnel assigned to them as divers, using diving procedures and safety precautions
• C. Complete a DRA, sailing list and make all notifications before diving
• D. Coordinate all emergency assistance and ensure all members of the dive team know the location of the nearest chamber and hospital

Answer: (C)

Pre-dive planning and communications are essential. The dive supervisor is responsible for confirming readiness before any dive by completing a Dive Readiness Assessment, preparing a sailing list, and making all necessary notifications. The Dive Readiness Assessment checks that the team is medically fit, equipment is checked and functional, environmental conditions and hazards are understood, and the planned tasks are clear. The sailing list records who is on the dive, each person’s role, and the gear assigned, providing accountability and a clear operational plan. Making all notifications ensures the command, support units, medical personnel, and other stakeholders are aware of the dive details, enabling timely support if needed. These steps establish a safe, coordinated start to the operation and are the duties typically emphasized for the dive supervisor.

While directing and training all personnel as divers relates to ensuring qualifications, and coordinating emergency assistance and knowing the nearest chamber matters for overall safety, the question focuses on the explicit pre-dive duties that set the stage for a safe dive.