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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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 Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com  |
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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-12-2005, 11:47 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Ian Cornish wrote: > So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance and > a medical cert. > But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, you > don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the boat to > ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level of the > passengers. > > > Ken wrote: > >> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >> >>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>> regarding the above? >>> >>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>> >>> Surely someone has some information! >>> >>> Ted >>> >> >> >> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >> >> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >> >> Ken >> Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern safaris etc. We will let you know when any changes are made. Sincerely Karim Helal Chairman For a better Red Sea Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt PO Box 461 Tel: 2065.444.802 Fax:2065.444.801 Email: association@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-23-2005, 11:12 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Just got this lot from the Red Sea Association:- Further to our earlier e-mail of last month , which relayed safari and diving rules issued by HE governor of the Red Sea, we are pleased to advise that HE the governor has approved some modifications that were submitted by the association based on review and analysis of market reaction and indicators. The rules as modified and approved by HE the governor, now read as follows: 1- diving guest to guide ratio A- marine park safaris ( Brothers, zabargad , Deadilus, rocky) - One guide for a maximum of every eight diving guests. - Minimum one crew member to be responsible for surface cover, such crew member (s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea association professional ID card. B- NON Marine Park safaris - One guide for a maximum of every 12 (twelve) diving guests. - A minimum of one crew member for surface cover, such member(s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. 2- Prerequisites for diving guests for Marine park safaris; - A minimum of 50 logged dives. - A self declaration medical form duly signed by the diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents from a reputable company. 3- Prerequisites for diving guest for NON marine park safaris: - No minimum number of logged dives required. - Self declaration medical form duly signed by diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents by a reputable company. 4- safety equipment for the safari dive guide ( all safaris for marine park and NON marine park) - Surface marker buoy - Strobe and torch. - Mirror or similar light reflecting device. 5- Safety equipment for the safari diving guest ( marine park and NON marine park) -Surface marker buoy. - One torch for each buddy pair (in daytime dives). 6- additional safety equipment for safari boats - A minimum of two binoculars on each safari boat for surface cover. - A minimum of one zodiac on all safari boats (NON marine parks as well). - Each safari boat (marine parks and NON Marine Park) must have a number of life rafts corresponding with the number of its passenger load. 7- Daily diving rules ( in addition to what is currently in place by dive centers such as medical form, liability release etc) - One guide for every 12 certified divers (with 25 dives or more). - One guide for every 8 beginners (Less than 25 dives). - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. A grace period of three months is allowed for dive centers and live a board boats to make necessary arrangements ( if need be ) to be in full compliance with the above. Finally, we would like to reiterate that all efforts expended by the red sea association and the strong support of HE governor of the red Seas aim only to improve the safety of our diving guests, and enhance the quality and reputation of the Red Sea as a leading dive destination. We would also like to seize this opportunity to express our thanks and appreciation for all those who took the time to send us their comments and suggestions, and please do not hesitate to let us know if you need any further information. Sincerely. Karim Helal Chairman FOR A BETTER RED SEA Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road Opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt P.O. Box 461 Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt Tel: +2 065 3444 802 Fax: +2 065 3444 801 association@redseaexperience.com office@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com {under construction} www.h2o-redsea.com Ian Cornish wrote: > Ian Cornish wrote: > >> So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance >> and a medical cert. >> But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, >> you don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the >> boat to ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level >> of the passengers. >> >> >> Ken wrote: >> >>> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >>> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >>> >>>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>>> regarding the above? >>>> >>>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>>> >>>> Surely someone has some information! >>>> >>>> Ted >>>> >>> >>> >>> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >>> >>> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >>> >>> Ken >>> > Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... > The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. > The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the > guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six > guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). > However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality > and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that > we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as > waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern > safaris etc. > We will let you know when any changes are made. > Sincerely > > Karim Helal > Chairman > > For a better Red Sea > Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports > Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt > PO Box 461 > Tel: 2065.444.802 > Fax:2065.444.801 > Email: association@redseaexperience.com > www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-23-2005, 11:12 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Just got this lot from the Red Sea Association:- Further to our earlier e-mail of last month , which relayed safari and diving rules issued by HE governor of the Red Sea, we are pleased to advise that HE the governor has approved some modifications that were submitted by the association based on review and analysis of market reaction and indicators. The rules as modified and approved by HE the governor, now read as follows: 1- diving guest to guide ratio A- marine park safaris ( Brothers, zabargad , Deadilus, rocky) - One guide for a maximum of every eight diving guests. - Minimum one crew member to be responsible for surface cover, such crew member (s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea association professional ID card. B- NON Marine Park safaris - One guide for a maximum of every 12 (twelve) diving guests. - A minimum of one crew member for surface cover, such member(s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. 2- Prerequisites for diving guests for Marine park safaris; - A minimum of 50 logged dives. - A self declaration medical form duly signed by the diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents from a reputable company. 3- Prerequisites for diving guest for NON marine park safaris: - No minimum number of logged dives required. - Self declaration medical form duly signed by diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents by a reputable company. 4- safety equipment for the safari dive guide ( all safaris for marine park and NON marine park) - Surface marker buoy - Strobe and torch. - Mirror or similar light reflecting device. 5- Safety equipment for the safari diving guest ( marine park and NON marine park) -Surface marker buoy. - One torch for each buddy pair (in daytime dives). 6- additional safety equipment for safari boats - A minimum of two binoculars on each safari boat for surface cover. - A minimum of one zodiac on all safari boats (NON marine parks as well). - Each safari boat (marine parks and NON Marine Park) must have a number of life rafts corresponding with the number of its passenger load. 7- Daily diving rules ( in addition to what is currently in place by dive centers such as medical form, liability release etc) - One guide for every 12 certified divers (with 25 dives or more). - One guide for every 8 beginners (Less than 25 dives). - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. A grace period of three months is allowed for dive centers and live a board boats to make necessary arrangements ( if need be ) to be in full compliance with the above. Finally, we would like to reiterate that all efforts expended by the red sea association and the strong support of HE governor of the red Seas aim only to improve the safety of our diving guests, and enhance the quality and reputation of the Red Sea as a leading dive destination. We would also like to seize this opportunity to express our thanks and appreciation for all those who took the time to send us their comments and suggestions, and please do not hesitate to let us know if you need any further information. Sincerely. Karim Helal Chairman FOR A BETTER RED SEA Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road Opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt P.O. Box 461 Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt Tel: +2 065 3444 802 Fax: +2 065 3444 801 association@redseaexperience.com office@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com {under construction} www.h2o-redsea.com Ian Cornish wrote: > Ian Cornish wrote: > >> So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance >> and a medical cert. >> But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, >> you don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the >> boat to ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level >> of the passengers. >> >> >> Ken wrote: >> >>> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >>> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >>> >>>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>>> regarding the above? >>>> >>>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>>> >>>> Surely someone has some information! >>>> >>>> Ted >>>> >>> >>> >>> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >>> >>> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >>> >>> Ken >>> > Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... > The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. > The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the > guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six > guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). > However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality > and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that > we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as > waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern > safaris etc. > We will let you know when any changes are made. > Sincerely > > Karim Helal > Chairman > > For a better Red Sea > Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports > Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt > PO Box 461 > Tel: 2065.444.802 > Fax:2065.444.801 > Email: association@redseaexperience.com > www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-23-2005, 11:12 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Further to our earlier e-mail of last month , which relayed safari and diving rules issued by HE governor of the Red Sea, we are pleased to advise that HE the governor has approved some modifications that were submitted by the association based on review and analysis of market reaction and indicators. The rules as modified and approved by HE the governor, now read as follows: 1- diving guest to guide ratio A- marine park safaris ( Brothers, zabargad , Deadilus, rocky) - One guide for a maximum of every eight diving guests. - Minimum one crew member to be responsible for surface cover, such crew member (s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea association professional ID card. B- NON Marine Park safaris - One guide for a maximum of every 12 (twelve) diving guests. - A minimum of one crew member for surface cover, such member(s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. 2- Prerequisites for diving guests for Marine park safaris; - A minimum of 50 logged dives. - A self declaration medical form duly signed by the diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents from a reputable company. 3- Prerequisites for diving guest for NON marine park safaris: - No minimum number of logged dives required. - Self declaration medical form duly signed by diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents by a reputable company. 4- safety equipment for the safari dive guide ( all safaris for marine park and NON marine park) - Surface marker buoy - Strobe and torch. - Mirror or similar light reflecting device. 5- Safety equipment for the safari diving guest ( marine park and NON marine park) -Surface marker buoy. - One torch for each buddy pair (in daytime dives). 6- additional safety equipment for safari boats - A minimum of two binoculars on each safari boat for surface cover. - A minimum of one zodiac on all safari boats (NON marine parks as well). - Each safari boat (marine parks and NON Marine Park) must have a number of life rafts corresponding with the number of its passenger load. 7- Daily diving rules ( in addition to what is currently in place by dive centers such as medical form, liability release etc) - One guide for every 12 certified divers (with 25 dives or more). - One guide for every 8 beginners (Less than 25 dives). - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. A grace period of three months is allowed for dive centers and live a board boats to make necessary arrangements ( if need be ) to be in full compliance with the above. Finally, we would like to reiterate that all efforts expended by the red sea association and the strong support of HE governor of the red Seas aim only to improve the safety of our diving guests, and enhance the quality and reputation of the Red Sea as a leading dive destination. We would also like to seize this opportunity to express our thanks and appreciation for all those who took the time to send us their comments and suggestions, and please do not hesitate to let us know if you need any further information. Sincerely. Karim Helal Chairman FOR A BETTER RED SEA Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road Opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt P.O. Box 461 Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt Tel: +2 065 3444 802 Fax: +2 065 3444 801 association@redseaexperience.com office@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com {under construction} www.h2o-redsea.com Ian Cornish wrote: > Ian Cornish wrote: > >> So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance >> and a medical cert. >> But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, >> you don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the >> boat to ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level >> of the passengers. >> >> >> Ken wrote: >> >>> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >>> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >>> >>>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>>> regarding the above? >>>> >>>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>>> >>>> Surely someone has some information! >>>> >>>> Ted >>>> >>> >>> >>> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >>> >>> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >>> >>> Ken >>> > Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... > The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. > The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the > guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six > guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). > However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality > and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that > we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as > waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern > safaris etc. > We will let you know when any changes are made. > Sincerely > > Karim Helal > Chairman > > For a better Red Sea > Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports > Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt > PO Box 461 > Tel: 2065.444.802 > Fax:2065.444.801 > Email: association@redseaexperience.com > www.redseaexperience.com |
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02-23-2005, 11:12 AM
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| Re: Medical Certificate for Egypt Just got this lot from the Red Sea Association:- Further to our earlier e-mail of last month , which relayed safari and diving rules issued by HE governor of the Red Sea, we are pleased to advise that HE the governor has approved some modifications that were submitted by the association based on review and analysis of market reaction and indicators. The rules as modified and approved by HE the governor, now read as follows: 1- diving guest to guide ratio A- marine park safaris ( Brothers, zabargad , Deadilus, rocky) - One guide for a maximum of every eight diving guests. - Minimum one crew member to be responsible for surface cover, such crew member (s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea association professional ID card. B- NON Marine Park safaris - One guide for a maximum of every 12 (twelve) diving guests. - A minimum of one crew member for surface cover, such member(s) to be certified in O2 providing and MFA. - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. 2- Prerequisites for diving guests for Marine park safaris; - A minimum of 50 logged dives. - A self declaration medical form duly signed by the diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents from a reputable company. 3- Prerequisites for diving guest for NON marine park safaris: - No minimum number of logged dives required. - Self declaration medical form duly signed by diving guest. - Valid insurance cover against diving accidents by a reputable company. 4- safety equipment for the safari dive guide ( all safaris for marine park and NON marine park) - Surface marker buoy - Strobe and torch. - Mirror or similar light reflecting device. 5- Safety equipment for the safari diving guest ( marine park and NON marine park) -Surface marker buoy. - One torch for each buddy pair (in daytime dives). 6- additional safety equipment for safari boats - A minimum of two binoculars on each safari boat for surface cover. - A minimum of one zodiac on all safari boats (NON marine parks as well). - Each safari boat (marine parks and NON Marine Park) must have a number of life rafts corresponding with the number of its passenger load. 7- Daily diving rules ( in addition to what is currently in place by dive centers such as medical form, liability release etc) - One guide for every 12 certified divers (with 25 dives or more). - One guide for every 8 beginners (Less than 25 dives). - Dive guides must have a valid Red Sea Association professional ID card. A grace period of three months is allowed for dive centers and live a board boats to make necessary arrangements ( if need be ) to be in full compliance with the above. Finally, we would like to reiterate that all efforts expended by the red sea association and the strong support of HE governor of the red Seas aim only to improve the safety of our diving guests, and enhance the quality and reputation of the Red Sea as a leading dive destination. We would also like to seize this opportunity to express our thanks and appreciation for all those who took the time to send us their comments and suggestions, and please do not hesitate to let us know if you need any further information. Sincerely. Karim Helal Chairman FOR A BETTER RED SEA Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports Sheraton Road Opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt P.O. Box 461 Hurghada - Red Sea - Egypt Tel: +2 065 3444 802 Fax: +2 065 3444 801 association@redseaexperience.com office@redseaexperience.com www.redseaexperience.com {under construction} www.h2o-redsea.com Ian Cornish wrote: > Ian Cornish wrote: > >> So, if you are on a live-aboard, you need 50 logged dives, insurance >> and a medical cert. >> But, if you are on a shore based holiday, with a 3 or 5 day package, >> you don't need any of those, and the onus is on the operator of the >> boat to ensure there are enough guides based on the experience level >> of the passengers. >> >> >> Ken wrote: >> >>> "Ted" <Ted@btinternet.com> wrote in message >>> news:cuivt5$qdo$1@hercules.btinternet.com... >>> >>>> Anyone just come back from Egypt and know the current situation >>>> regarding the above? >>>> >>>> I am off to dive around Hurghada in April and am wondering what the >>>> latest news is from the coal/coral face for medicals required! >>>> >>>> Surely someone has some information! >>>> >>>> Ted >>>> >>> >>> >>> Try http://www.divernet.com/news/stories/270105rsadw.shtml >>> >>> There's a link there to email someone who may know more. >>> >>> Ken >>> > Additional information from Red Sea Experience.... > The guidelines call for 50 logged dives, medical and insurance. > The medical and the insurance also apply on daily diving where the > guidelines also call for one guide for every ten guests and one for six > guests when they are inexperienced divers( less than 25 dives). > However, these guidelines are being reviewed in light of practicality > and market indicators and may well be subject to some modifications that > we are studying to submit to the Governor of the red sea, such as > waiving the medical certificate and the logged dives for the northern > safaris etc. > We will let you know when any changes are made. > Sincerely > > Karim Helal > Chairman > > For a better Red Sea > Red Sea Association For Diving & Watersports > Sheraton Road opposite Marriot Hotel - Hurghada - Red Sea Egypt > PO Box 461 > Tel: 2065.444.802 > Fax:2065.444.801 > Email: association@redseaexperience.com > www.redseaexperience.com |
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