Our first day we were given our course booklets and looked at HSE rules and regulations (Health and Safety Executive). After which we completed all the paperwork. Do not forget the eight photographs, a form of ID and the diver medical. After this we saw a power point presentation with pictures and examples of different types of diving. Interestingly enough sport diving accounts for over 75% of diving accidents. This is followed by a aptitude test (basic maths If x = ab… what does a = ... and a short essay about why we want to be divers). After lunch you can expect three videos:
1. BBC documentary on Saturation divers.
2. Health and safety after Piper Alpha.
3. Slips, trips and finger nips.
Voila! This is the end of your first day. A short trip to Fort William shows a quaint town with a lot of Celtic symbols and crosses.
The cross at the end of the main street.
This is the pier from which we will be diving from. The background gives you a good idea of the local geography and how mountainous the area really is. This is also the entrance to the loch.
This is the local park / square which is quite empty. There is not a lot of people in Fort William.
2 comments:
It looks so Scottish. I wish I could be there with you!
How have I not been to Scotland yet? Many more pictures to come! I demand them. (your not a shabby photographer yourself you know)
Also how about a post on what you will be doing once you are finished with training? You know -if you need post suggestions. I don't really know what it is your going to be doing really - on a day to day basis. Bueno - Avril
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