Scuba Diving at Voyages' Resorts
Medical & Safety Information
Divers with Medical Conditions
Australian Scuba Diving Standards require that all certified divers are medically fit to dive. Certain medical conditions may exclude you from diving at Voyages' resorts, for example; Asthma, Epilepsy, Diabetes, Heart, Lung or Blood Disorders of any kind. If you are taking any medication (with the exception of the contraceptive pill) you may also be excluded from diving.
If you suffer from a medical condition or are taking medication, a fully completed Medical Form (A.S. 4005.1) is to be completed by a Medical Practitioner with knowledge of diving medicine, prior to your arrival at the resort. This form must be presented to the Dive Staff before you will be able to participate in any form of diving.
A copy of the Medical Form and a list of accredited doctors can be obtained from the website for the South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society; www.spums.org.au
If you do not have this Medical Form and have a medical condition, you may be excluded from diving at Voyages' Resorts.
Divers Travelling By Aircraft
Please be advised that safety regulations require that divers are not permitted to fly for a minimum of 24 hours after their last dive.
Snorkellers with Medical Conditions
Although Snorkelling is generally a safe activity, it is important that you are aware that Snorkelling can be a strenuous physical activity and this may increase the health and safety risks to you if you are suffering from:-
- Any medical condition that may be made worse by physical exertion. For example, Heart Disease, Asthma and some Lung Complaints.
- Any medical condition that can result in loss of consciousness. For example, some forms of Epilepsy and severe hypoglycaemic reactions in people with Diabetes.
- Asthma that can be brought on by cold water or salt water mist.
If you have any medical condition or any concerns and you are intending to snorkel, we recommend you:-
- Tell the lookout or Snorkelling guide about your concerns or your medical condition.
- Snorkel in an area which allows the lookout or Snorkelling guide to offer close supervision.
- Wear a flotation device or buoyancy wetsuit that will support you in a relaxed state.
Diving and Snorkelling Age Limit
Due to safety considerations, some activities have age limitations. Proof of age may be required.
Scheduled Diving - Children 10 years and over will only be allowed to dive on scheduled daytime dives if they are fully certified.
Dive Courses - Open Water Dive and Referral Dive Courses do not cater for children under 14 years of age.
Snorkelling - For children 10 to 14 years, restrictions may apply dependant on weather and tide conditions.
For all dive and snorkel activities, children under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.