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Frequent scuba diving is physically taxing and commercial divers must be extremely fit. Good mental health is also critical because commercial divers, such as search and rescue workers, often work in emotionally taxing environments. The smallest deviation from diving protocols can have disastrous consequences, so divers must be detail oriented and able to remain calm under stress. more
Commercial divers typically need a high school diploma or GED. Training and certification through a commercial diving school is mandatory for most jobs. Basic scuba diving certification should be obtained prior to attending a commercial diving program. more
Commercial divers perform underwater activities related to construction, salvage, repair, research, rescue and photography. They use specialized scuba equipment. The exact type of equipment depends on the diving conditions, but
Commercial divers find employment with many types of companies and organizations. Oil companies, demolition companies, police and fire departments, underwater salvage companies, and the Navy are just a few of the places where commercial divers work. Depending on the task, commercial divers may need other skills, such as welding, rigging explosives, photography, or emergency management.
Because there are a large variety of jobs to be done underwater, commercial divers may also need to acquire other skills, like underwater welding, photography, or construction, depending on the type of work they'll be doing. In some companies, on-the-job training by more experienced divers also occurs.
With so many islands, the Philippines has hundreds of shark dives, showcasing whale sharks, reef sharks and zebra sharks. However, shark enthusiasts will know the Philippines for one dive in particular – Monad Shoal in Malapascua. This site is the most consistent in the world for thresher shark sightings. At 100 feet (30 meters), divers wait for the thresher sharks to come for their daily cleaning. So, if you’d like to see this wild-tailed shark, escape to this tiny island paradise.
This world-renowned reef is globally recognized. One of the best shark spots on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is Osprey Reef, where you can spot gray reef sharks, silvertips, wobbegongs and so much more. Liveaboards are a great way to make the most of your time on this spectacularly busy reef ecosystem. Prime season is any time from June to August. Stay up to date on the latest GBR news directly from the Great Barrier Reef Foundation.
One of the four places in the world to dive with great white sharks, Isla Guadalupe is quickly becoming a favorite. This is definitely attributed to its warm, clear waters. Here, you can dive with these huge sharks using open-top cages, half emerging from your protection for an unbarred view of the predators. Isla Guadalupe is accessible only by liveaboard and fails to have any named sites. Rather, you’ll dive in the open blue wherever the liveaboard crew thinks is best for the day. more
The Galapagos Islands, a naturalist’s dream destination, are found over 600 miles (1,000 kilometers) off the west coast of Ecuador. Despite easy access by plane, the Galapagos are a wild wonderland, full of endemic species both above and below the water. Marine iguanas, Galapagos penguins, sea lions and Galapagos sharks along with schooling hammerheads, whale sharks, manta rays and mola mola are the delight of scuba divers.
On the far outer reaches of the archipelago, Darwin Island and its famous dive site, Darwin’s Arch, are the highlight of any liveaboard tour in the Galapagos. Manta rays, sea turtles, dolphins, eagle rays and the occasional whale shark wow divers with their presence. The real showstopper are the huge number of sharks brought in by the strong current. You’re likely see schools of hammerheads, silky sharks, blacktip sharks and Galapagos sharks. All of this at an average depth of just 30 feet (9 meters)!
Suitable to both scuba divers and snorkelers, Kicker Rock off the coast of San Cristobal Island was named for its resemblance to a shoe. Diving down between the two rocks, you’ll see sea turtles, large rays, wrasse, surgeonfish, angelfish, Galapagos sharks and even hammerheads in deeper waters. Marine iguanas also hunt in the area, so keep your eyes open for one diving past. Most land-based operations combine snorkeling or diving at Kicker Rock with a visit to the playful sea lion colony at Lobos Island, creating a wonderful day of underwater adventures!
As an added bonus, the conditions are totally different on each side of the island, so you can quickly cross the country if conditions aren’t ideal on one side. more
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