Rule 1501:46-7-05 | Snorkel, S.C.U.B.A. diving, and submersible watercraft regulations.
Except for persons snorkeling at designated beaches, engaging in underwater diving while using a snorkel or while diving with self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (S.C.U.B.A.) without being fully equipped with a face mask, foot fins, buoyancy compensation vest, and snorkel is not permitted; nor diving while alone; nor diving or operating a submersible watercraft without first marking the diving area by displaying an official diving flag at the water's surface. Only persons with a submersible pressure gauge and nationally recognized S.C.U.B.A. certification or persons under the direct supervision of a certified S.C.U.B.A. instructor may engage in underwater diving with S.C.U.B.A. equipment.
Last updated July 17, 2023 at 12:18 PM