PADI Divemaster Certification Practice Exam

At a dive site, if the instructor asks you to anchor a dive float with flag in 6 metres/20 feet of water, what does this indicate about your role?

1. You are not the responsibility of the instructor.

2. You are expected to perform as an instructional assistant.

3. You are overstepping your role.

4. You are not trained for this task.

The correct answer is: You are expected to perform as an instructional assistant.

When an instructor asks you to anchor a dive float with a flag in 6 meters (20 feet) of water, it indicates that you are expected to perform as an instructional assistant. This task typically involves responsibilities that a divemaster or an advanced diver would be trained to handle. Anchoring the dive float and flag is an essential part of ensuring the safety and visibility of the dive site for the divers under the instructor's care. As an instructional assistant, your involvement in such tasks demonstrates that you have a role that contributes proactively to the dive's organization and safety. This aligns with the training a divemaster receives, which prepares them to assist instructors in various aspects of dive management, including flag placement, monitoring diver safety, and following the instructor's directions. Your ability to perform this task effectively showcases your readiness and competence in the dive environment.