What is the purpose of a pre-dive equipment check?

To ensure gear works and fits correctly.

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  1. To practice holding your breath
  2. To ensure gear works and fits correctly ✔
  3. To test the water temperature

Why: Divers and buddies check equipment before starting to confirm it is working, ready, and correctly fitted.

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Answer: To ensure gear works and fits correctly. Divers and buddies check equipment before starting to confirm it is working, ready, and correctly fitted.

  1. Scuba diving en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scuba_diving
    do equipment checks to ensure everything is in good working order, ready for use, and correctly fitted
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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