S.L. 409.13 Art. 8Qualifications of diving instructors.

(1) No person shall act as a diving instructor unless such person fulfils the requirements established in these regulations.

(2) A recreational diving service provider shall not employ or otherwise engage a person as a diving instructor unless such person fulfils the requirements established in these regulations.

(3) A diving instructor shall be qualified, as a diving instructor in accordance with MSA EN 14413 - 2 or equivalent.

(4) A diving instructor shall be in possession of a valid medical certificate issued by a doctor specialising in diving medicine stating that the diving instructor is fit to dive. The medical certificate is valid for one year from the date on which it is issued.

(5) A diving instructor shall be qualified to administer emergency oxygen.