How should diving equipment be inspected and maintained to meet ADCI requirements?

• A. Regular inspections, a maintenance schedule, certification by competent persons, and keeping records.
• B. Annual inspection only, without records.
• C. Owners inspect equipment informally as needed.
• D. Maintenance is optional if equipment seems fine.

Answer: (A)

Regular, documented inspection and maintenance by qualified personnel is what meets ADCI requirements. Diving gear should be checked on a set schedule and serviced as needed so that wear, corrosion, or damage are detected before use. A maintenance plan makes preventive actions routine rather than reactive, ensuring components like hoses, seals, regulators, buoyancy devices, and associated equipment are kept in safe working condition. Having a competent person perform the inspections ensures the work meets established safety standards rather than relying on guesswork. Keeping thorough records provides traceability, shows compliance, and supports safety reviews or audits. Without these elements, inspections can be sporadic, unverified, or missing essential maintenance, which increases the risk of equipment failure in the field.