Scuba Dive Planning: Gas and Checklists

Good dives don’t happen by accident. They happen because they were planned.

Whether you’re diving with a computer or a slate, planning your dive is more than just a math exercise. It’s about deciding what’s realistic, how to stay safe, how to communicate with your team, and how to adapt if something changes.

This section covers the key areas of effective dive planning, from calculating your gas needs to managing mental workload and team cohesion.