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Policies & Risk Awareness

Policy and risk information for Dive! Tutukaka

Disclose risk, don't waive it.

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There is a lot we do, and there is a lot we have to tell you, and sometimes it is best to do it in a way you can remember.

Please, we ask you to pay attention, even though you may have been on our boats many times before.

With COVID and DELTA:

We have increased our disinfection and hygiene routines.

We will keep at least 1 metre apart, where possible.

We may limit the number of people allowed in enclosed spaces

We will always ventilate indoor boat cabins.

We will wear masks wherever possible.

We will wear masks in our Poor Knights Dive Centre, and once we enter the vessel to commence the journey, although we recommend masks, at times they are not practical in a wet environment.

We will make sure everyone is aware of this risk.

Staff are exempt from physical distancing requirements where they need to have physical contact with the customer to carry out their service - this means when we issue safety gear and commence activities that require close contact for safety.

You will be involved in an activity that makes mask-wearing impractical. You will be on a vessel where there is a moist and wet environment, and others will be partaking of this activity on the boat even if you do not.

This is an activity in an outdoor environment and will be well ventilated.

We will manage all risks we can, and maintain all controls where practical.

You need to be aware that mask-wearing will not be possible in all environments when you commence our activity.

You will be on an unstable platform, and water-based activities will be undertaken around you.

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Anti-SPAM policy

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COVID-19

Please read our COVID-19 Info

We have an overarching duty of care to staff and customers that are in Dive! Tutukaka’s workplace.
Our decision is firmly based on the health and well-being of our staff, customers and community, and is in line with decisions the Government has announced for other industry sectors.
We front foot this situation with honesty, care, and compassion, but also with strength. No one signed up for this, but here we are.

We all very much want to return to a normal awesome world-class experience at the Poor Knights, diving, snorkeling, swimming with the fish, and enjoying our salty, sun-kissed summer.
We believe that a vaccine policy is the best way to keep everyone safe.

Dive! Tutukaka asks that all staff and visitors will need to have the Vaccine Pass.
This is on all our boats, and on all our premises.

We will follow all Health guidelines in our best attempt to keep everyone safe.

This decision will be reviewed regularly, noting the rapidly changing environment and the increasing advances in the management of living with the pandemic globally.
At all levels we are open, the following is part of our Health & Safety Plan.

Hygiene
To keep our people staying safe and well, our staff will be doing the following, and we ask that you do too.
Regularly disinfect surfaces.
Washing and drying hands thoroughly and regularly. Sanitiser is available throughout our premises.
Wearing masks and face coverings.
Staying home if sick – call your GP or Healthline – 0800 358 5453.
As COVID-19 is a respiratory illness if you have had COVID-19 please see a doctor prior to diving.
Our cleaning and sterilisation of equipment is more regular and includes the option for sterilisation in between personal uses.
Contact Tracing
The QR code for the NZ COVID Tracer is visible throughout all our premises and on our boats, and it is mandatory to sign in. We do have contact slips to fill in if you do not have the app.
Social Distancing
We may reduce our boat limits, and we may limit numbers in the inside cabins, and we always will ensure all vessels are well-ventilated.

A guide is not compulsory, and if you and your buddy are familiar with the Islands, and just want to get wet with no assistance, please talk to us - we specialise in tailoring the day to suit.

One metre distancing is recommended, and face coverings are strongly suggested, but you need to be aware that in a wet environment the effectiveness of face coverings may be minimised, and you will be outdoors.

We are stoked to get back out there, but we will not be taking any risks.

We will do everything we can to act as guardians, looking after our staff, and our people.
Please be assured that we will not absolve any responsibility in looking after you on the water.

Cancellations

Seasickness, inability to equalise, weather conditions, and personal health conditions are not premises for refund.

Dive! Tutukaka will offer alternate dates/product if conditions do not allow for safe travel.

There are times that the weather conditions force us to cancel a trip to either the Poor Knights or the Twin Wrecks. Swell and wind conditions and directions may make the trip and the diving dangerous on some days.

Safety for passengers and crew are always foremost on our minds, however we also know that divers are keen to get a dive. It is our experience on this coast that our weather is actually quite different from Auckland, Whangarei and quite often the official forecast. With this in mind we very seldom cancel a trip until the morning of departure. Basically we go diving unless conditions are not safe.

For those that drive up early in the morning we are happy for you to ring us the night before (till 9 pm) or early in the morning (6.30 am onwards) if conditions look very doubtful for diving.

We will be able to give you an update and outlook on local conditions. If we have your cell phone number we will endeavor to call you if we are forced to cancel the trips. We also can offer alternative dives if one or the other trips are cancelled due to weather conditions.

Medical Information

All marine related activities, including diving, are potentially dangerous, and may require elements of skill by those undertaking the activity. You should not undertake a water-based activity for which you are un-trained or un-prepared. These water-based activities, including diving, also require a level of physical fitness and that you are in good health.

If you do have a medical history of heart or lung disorders, asthma, or epilepsy, or are an insulin dependant diabetic, you should declare it to our staff. We are not medically trained, but we are trained to identify and minimise potential risk. You may need a medical from a doctor that requires you to be declared “fit to dive” before we can take you diving.

We reserve the right to withdraw any person who, in our opinion, is likely to endanger themselves or others and we reserve the right to cancel any trip, diving, or other activity if we become concerned for any reason for your safety or that of any other person. If any activity is cancelled in those circumstances we are not obliged to make any refund.

Group Bookings

We would like to be able to trust people, and take them at their word, and face value. We make arrangements in good faith, and with integrity.

If you do change your plans, please let us know, we can easily make alternate arrangements to cater for your schedule and travel plans.

Credit card details must be taken at point of booking to secure bookings, for groups of four and over.

24 hour notification of cancellation – no charge.
6 hour notification of cancellation – 50% charge. (Sole Charter of a boat requires a 12 hour notice of cancellation or 50% will be charged.)

No show – full amount will be charged.

WE WILL NOT TAKE PAYMENT PRIOR TO THE DAY.

Health and Safety Policy

Dive! Tutukaka is committed to:
• Preventing serious harm to staff and customers
• Complying with health and safety legislation.
• Establishing measurable objectives and targets to ensure continued improvement with the aim to eliminate work-related illness and injury.
• Continually improving health and safety management.
• Taking all practicable steps to ensure the health and safety of staff and customers.
• Committed to the maintenance and protection of the marine environment in which we are privileged to work.
• Committed to acting as kaitiakitanga and exhibiting manaakitanga in pursuit of sustainable development of our environment, and our community.

In meeting these commitments, Dive! Tutukaka will take responsibility for health and safety procedures, however employees need to be aware of their responsibilities and comply with the company’s health and safety policy.
This policy is appropriate to the nature and scale of our risks. Each employee will be actively encouraged to take personal responsibility for safety, to be aware of their responsibilities and to play a vital and responsible role in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Together we aim to:
• Provide a healthy and safe workplace, safe equipment and proper materials.
• Identify and manage all hazards and risks.
• Establish and insist on safe practices at all times.
• Accurately report and record workplace incidents.
• Comply with all relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
• Involve our team in the development of health and safety systems
• Invite feedback on, and regularly review safety systems in order to continuously improve.
Your participation is much appreciated.

Kate Malcolm is responsible for the Safety Management Systems.
Chapter Three of our Operations Manual records how we plan to fulfil our policy in greater detail.