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5.1| Transducer
It is important that the transducer be protected. It is designed using a
material that
can break if sharply hit or impacted. It is also important you do not hang the transducer
in a position that is blocked or laying on the bottom. Inform all divers that if they go
below a thermocline they inform everyone. If possible, lower the transducer to the
same depth as the divers in the thermocline. It is extremely important to remember to
pull the transducer up when moving a vessel.
Many transducers have been lost when cut off by a propeller.
5.2| Hand-held Microphone
Most all hand-held microphones are not waterproof.
Keep them as dry as possible.
5.3| Placement of the M105Digital
The M105 Digital should be placed where it can be easily beard. If working out of a
boat, locate a place where you can secure the unit where boat action will not cause it
to fall. Also, remember to dress the transducer cable in such a way that divers and/or
topside personnel will not trip over it.
5.4| Talking & Listening
When talking to divers keep in mind they have a lot of things going on while
underwater. It is best to get the divers attention before giving
him-her a message.
Also remember to talk slowly and in one continuous sentence. Try not to make long
sentences. It is always a good idea to have the divers repeat the message back so you
know they clearly understood your message.
Listening to divers is usually easier than divers listening to the topside tender. Again,
repeat what you beard the divers say to ensure everyone is communicating accurately.
Talking and listening while diving is something that takes practice and will improve
every time a team works together.
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