[daz]

<font color='#000080'>This is a really tricky one Gav,

Unfortunatley it is not possible to police who can throw a cylinder on their back and leap in the sea... &nbsp;Even proof of any scuba training is not enforcable.

Also playing devils advocate here.. &nbsp;Many divers will qualify in quarries just because the coast is blown out and they want to qualify quickly for holidays etc... &nbsp;Not to mention the divers who only dive abroad for years and then want to try UK diving.

I do not agree that a PADI Sea Speciality would serve any purpose. &nbsp;Maybe I am cynical (and I'm PADI trained !!) but what would it entail. &nbsp;Probably the basics about tide and current, &nbsp;possibly some more indepth info on boat diving and heaven forbid maybe some DSMB deployment and probably 2 dives, &nbsp;all based on sea diving off Florida or somewhere. &nbsp;All for £90 - give us your money, ta very much.

The responsibility should come down to the clubs to ensure people are adaquately trained and this is one of many areas that SSAC and BSAC should excel... &nbsp;As for the other agency divers who are not affiliated with a club then places like YD are ideal for them to hook up with more experienced people who are willing to coach and assist. &nbsp;

Daz