UOGML Dive Manual - University of Guam Marine Laboratory

6. .2 Requalification of Depth Certificate
Once the initial certification requirements are met, divers whose depth certification has
lapsed due to lapse of activity may be requalified after 2 dives to the previous certified
depth.
6.5.3 Medical Examination
All certified scientific divers shall pass a medical examination at the intervals specified in
Section 7.1.2. After each major illness or injury, as described in Section 7.1.2, a certified
scientific diver shall receive clearance to return to diving from a physician before resuming
diving activities.
6.6 Revocation of Certification
A diving certificate may be revoked or restricted for cause by the DSO or the DCB. Violation of
regulations set forth in this manual, or other governmental subdivisions not in conflict with this
manual, may be considered cause. The DSO shall inform the diver in writing of the reason(s) for
revocation. The diver will be given the opportunity to present his/her case in writing for
reconsideration and/or recertification. All written statements and requests, as identified in this
section, are formal documents which will become part of the diver's file.
6.7 Recertification
If a diver's certification expires or is revoked, he/she may be recertified after complying with
such conditions as the DSO or DCB may impose. The diver shall be given an opportunity to
present his/her case to the DCB before conditions for recertification are stipulated.
SECTION 7.0
MEDICAL STANDARDS
7.1 Medical Requirements of VOG Marine Laboratory Divers
7.1.1 General
1. Diving under the auspices of DOG Marine Laboratory is permitted only with a
current diving physical examination and a declaration by the examining
physician of the diver's fitness to dive.
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