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FITNESS FOR DIVING
SCUBA diving is a physical activity, and can be strenuous at times. Therefore, in order to participate, a person must maintain a reasonable level of health and fitness. Additionally, there are certain medical issues which must be considered. This is the basis for the PADI Medical Statement. We have provided the form here, so that you may read it, print it out, and if necessary, have your physician sign it, before you begin your training at Ocean Divers..
As stated in the form, diving is a very safe activity,
"When performed correctly, applying correct techniques...".
Personal safety requires adherence to basic practices of safe diving. Failure to do so can be dangerous.
PADI MEDICAL STATEMENT
A signed copy of this form is required for each student, for any PADI SCUBA training course. If you can answer “yes” to any of the pre-existing conditions on the medical form, you will need to get the approval, and signature, of your physician, to engage in SCUBA diving/training. Since some doctors are not familiar with the special needs/risks of SCUBA diving, the form includes basic guidelines and other information for the examining physician.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE FORM CAREFULLY.
Once you have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, you can
download the PADI MEDICAL STATEMENT here.
If you are unable to download/view the form, call
us at 1-800-451-1113 (US/Canada) or 305-451-1113,
and we can mail or Fax a copy of the form to you.
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