Nitrox Requirement

[SCUBA Dog]

Problem #1 - As in she was diving without a depth gauge and computer or didn't pay attention to the ones she had? Why did she not know she needed a depth gauge or computer....possibly a training issue???

Problem #2 - Is it possible that he failed to completely read and understand the manual and instructions for the use of his computer???

I am not saying those are not problems (serious problems), but the question is what is the reason behind them? Quality training is the first step. The second step would be making sure anyone an instructor trains fully understands the material and the risks / limitations involved.

I haven't fully decided on the answer to Lee's question yet. I do know that with new divers you have some that do well and some not so well. Some that strictly follow the rules they learned in SCUBA class and some that don't follow them (or remember them). I think that Nitrox training in a basic SCUBA class would likely yield the same results.