Logging marine litter sightings
A careful observation can help without turning a dive into a cleanup operation.
Safety and training
General field notes, not a dive plan. Stay within your training, follow local site rules and the operator’s briefing.
Field observation
Record location, approximate depth and type of debris after the dive. Lines, hooks and nets can entangle divers or shelter animals; removal should follow the site's rules and your training.
A practical approach
Photograph without disturbing wildlife, tell the operator about hazards and use established local reporting channels.
Dive-day checklist
Before you go
- Check local conditions and access rules
- Agree limits and the exit with your buddy
- Stop or change the plan if conditions differ
General guidance only. Follow your training, the dive operator’s procedures, and each manufacturer’s current instructions.
Ask the dive guide
Personal guidance for your next dive
Describe a dive scenario or an equipment-care question. The guide answers in your language and points you to relevant journal articles.
General educational guidance only. It is not medical advice, emergency instruction or a replacement for training, certification, manufacturer instructions, your operator's briefing or your dive plan.