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8 WING TRENTON

FLYING FROGMEN SCUBA CLUB

CONSTITUTION

NAME:

1. The name of this Recreation Club shall be the 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club (FFSC).

AUTHORITY FOR ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION:

2. The 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club is established under authority of QR&O 4.61 as amplified by CFAO 50-2, Interim Canadian Forces Scuba Club Policy AND 50-20. It shall operate IAW regulations and orders governing the operation of recreation Clubs in the Canadian Forces, the instructions contained in the 8 Wing Trenton Standing Orders, Wing Directives along with those contained in this Constitution and the Recreation Council Constitution. The By-laws will amplify the Club Constitution.

PURPOSE:

3. The purpose of this organization shall be

1. to promote safe SCUBA Diving at 8 Wing/CFB Trenton;

2. to provide safe training in the use of Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus - SCUBA;

3. to educate and promote the sport of safe recreational diving;

4. promote interest in SCUBA diving knowledge and education;

5. provide an opportunity to experience and exercise leadership within the SCUBA world; and

6. provide an opportunity to maintain physical fitness, exercise SCUBA diving skills and to extend underwater experiences within a safe environment.

AFFILIATIONS

4. The Flying Frogmen Scuba Club may be affiliated with the Ontario Underwater Council.

5. Should the club wish to affiliate or associate itself with another organization, group of society with similar interests, which is not authorized by CFAO of CFP's, the president of the club shall obtain from the organization concerned, an outline of it's operation and purpose, including:

1. a copy of the organization’s constitution and by-laws;

2. copies of any regulation binding members of said affiliation or organization; and

3. a list of other groups affiliated with this organizations

6. After the review of material concerning the affiliation, should the executive of the club believe that affiliation with this organizations is in the best interests of the club, affiliation may be proposed for approval of the membership at a general meeting. However, no undertaking to join any association may be made nor any

action that may be construed as affiliation or association may take place until the President of the club prepares a submission concerning the affiliation of association and submits it to the Chairman of the Recreation Council for staffing and final approval of the Wing Commander or his appointed delegate.

MEMBERSHIP

7. The Club membership shall be IAW 50-20 as follows:

a. Regular Memberships. The following persons are eligible for regular membership:

1. members of the Regular Force and their dependants;

2. members of the Reserve Force while on class "B" or "C" reserve duty and their dependants; and

3. foreign military personnel on duty with the Canadian Forces and their dependants.

b. Ordinary Members. Subject to the approval of the Wing Commander and

excluding personnel in sub-paragraph 7 a., all Canex patrons listed in Chapter 1 of A-PS-110-001/AG-001, Policy Governing Operation of Personnel Support Programs in the CF, and authorized by local procedure may be invited to become ordinary member. Ordinary membership shall be for a one year period, with no guarantee of renewal for further one year terms.

4. Associate Members. Subject to the approval of the Wing Commander, any

person not specified in sub-paragraph a.or b. may be invited to become an

associate member. Associate membership shall be for a one year period,

with no guarantee of renewal for further one year terms.

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP.

8. There are three types of membership as follows:

1. Single - being a single person or dependant;

2. Temporary membership - for Canadian Force members only. Membership shall not exceed 6 months and they shall not have the right to vote. Temporary membership dues shall be 50% of a Regular Member membership.

MEMBERSHIP RESTRICTIONS

9. The membership of the club must at all times reflect the priority that must be maintained to ensure that the military personnel and their dependants are able to participate fully in the operation of activities of the club, hence:

1. the proportion of associate members should not exceed 20% of the total membership available; and

2. the combined total of Ordinary and Associate members should not exceed 50% of the total membership.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

10. The Flying Frogmen Scuba Club shall be administered by an Executive Committee composed as follows:

1. President. The president shall be elected once each year at the annual meeting and shall assume office at the start of the current membership year. Election of the President is subject to approval of the Wing Commander. He/she shall be a regular member and shall assume office at the end of the annual general meeting scheduled in the month of March;

2. Vice-President. The Vice-President shall be elected once each year at the annual meeting and shall assume office at the end of the start of the annual general meeting scheduled in the month of March. Election of the Vice-President shall be a Regular member;

3. Secretary. The Secretary shall be elected once each year at the annual meeting and shall assume office at the end of the start of the annual general meeting scheduled in the month of March. The Secretary shall be a regular member; and

4. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall be elected once each year at the annual meeting and shall assume office at the end of the start of the annual general meeting scheduled in the month of March. The Treasurer shall be a regular member;

5. Chief Instructor appointment must be recommended by the technical committee and approved by the Wing Commander. Interim CF Scuba Club Policy para 11c refers. The Chief Instructor shall be the most qualified or senior instructor IAW Interim CF Scuba Club Policy, CFAO 50-20 para 12c and para 13 ;

6. Equipment Manager must be a Regular member in order that this member hold the Club’s FA Account. This position is filled at the discretion of the President IAW CFAO 50-20 para 12c and para 13;

7. Assistant Equipment Manager must be a Regular club member. This position is filled at the discretion of the President IAW CFAO 50-20 para 12c and para 13; and

8. Membership Director shall be a club member. This position shall be filled at the discretion of the President IAW CFAO 50-20 para 12c and para 13;

9. Compressor Liaison shall be a club member. This position shall be filled at the discretion of the President IAW CFAO 50-20 para 12c and para 13, under the advisement of the Equipment Manager.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

11. The Executive Committee shall be assisted in the administration of the Club by an Advisory Committee comprised as follows:

1. Technical Committee of which one member must be a currently accredited instructor of an organization recognized by CMAS Interim CF Scuba Club Policy 11b). The Technical Committee will be composed of the Safety Officer and the Equipment Manager and to include other qualified instructors. Persons filling these offices shall be regular or ordinary members. CFAO 50-20 para 12c refers;

2. Safety Officer appointment must be an instructor. If none are available, the most senior Divemaster shall be appointed. The appointment shall be recommended by the Technical Committee. This position may be combined with the Chief Instructor’s position at the discretion of the President; and

3. Dive Supervisor shall be a Rescue diver or higher as outlined by the Scuba Industry, and must be qualified scuba divers trained to react to diving emergencies (RLSCC Scuba Bronze or 3 star diver equivalent).

MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS

12. To participate in the club activities each member shall:

1. provide written proof that he/she is medically fit to dive;

2. be able to demonstrate the swimming and watermanship capabilities as specified in Interim CF Scuba Club Policy paras 7 & 8;

3. be qualified to the level established by NAUI, PADI, and ACUC level one, as a minimum standard. The course instructor must be a currently accredited instructor recognized by the Canadian Federation of Underwater Activities; and

4. have paid their annual dues set by the Executive.

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

13. The annual membership fee shall be waived for the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Equipment Manager in exchange for large commitment they are making to the club. Others may be added on an individual basis at the membership’s discretion. This is a privilege, and it shall be revoked if the Executive deems that an individual is not applying the principle in good faith. Each member will continue to be responsible to pay any additional fees associated with club membership.

14. Students of the current basic diver course are eligible to participate in club activities and use club equipment and may be considered for club membership upon successful completion of the course;

15. Rental of club equipment shall be expressly to club members only. Members found not complying with this regulation shall have their rental privileges revoked and membership status reviewed.

16. Refunds or reimbursements to students undergoing training shall only be considered for medical or deployment reasons. If a student voluntarily withdraws from a course after the completion of module 2, they shall be given a credit towards training for the next calendar year. After such time the credit will expire. Exceptional circumstances will be evaluated by the Executive on a case by case basis.

MEETINGS

17. All regular club meetings will be held on the first Monday of each month, or prescribed by the President.

18. General meetings shall be held not less than once quarterly and may be held more frequently as required. The annual general meeting shall be held in the month of March.

QUORUM

19. The quorum for a general meeting shall be 50% of members except that for the Annual General Meeting the quorum shall be 75% of members. The President may also declare a quorum based on the average attendance at General Meetings.

VOTING

20. All members of the club are entitled to vote. All issues to be voted on shall be decided by the club membership. All issues to be voted on shall be decided by a simple majority vote with a quorum present. Temporary members will not have the right to vote, however they do have the right to address a meeting. The President shall, in the case of a tie vote, cast the deciding vote.

SUBMISSION OF MINUTES

21. All minutes of general meetings shall be passed to the Rec Council Chairperson and subsequently to the PSP Manager for approval.

REVOKING MEMBERSHIP

22. Members of the club shall at all times observe the club rules. General conduct will at all times reflect credit to the club, 8 Wing Trenton and the Canadian Forces in general. Any membership may be canceled because of actions clearly detrimental to the interests of the club. Any individual whose membership must be canceled, shall receive a written warning prior to termination, from the Executive, with a copy to the Rec Council Chairperson/PSP Comm Rec Director. A second offence shall result in the membership being revoked. In exceptional circumstances, a membership shall be terminated without warning. Such termination shall be made in the form of a written termination as outlined above. The individual whose membership has been revoked has the right to submit a written appeal to the Chairperson of the Recreation Council whose decision shall be final.

HARASSMENT PREVENTION AND RESOLUTION POLICY

23. All participants in recreation activities have the right to participate in a harassment free environment. The Recreation Club and Recreation Activity Harassment Prevention and Resolution Policy promulgated 26 Oct 07 applies to the operation of the 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen SCUBA Club. A copy of this policy is available from the Club President and at www.cfcommunitygateway.com.

RISK MANAGEMENT

24. The Club President and/or the Safety Officer shall ensure that the following risk management initiatives are in place:

a. safety regulations are posted in the facility;

b. fire orders are posted in the facility;

c. regular safety checks of facilities & equipment are being carried out and

recorded;

d. a first-aid kit is present & adequately stocked;

e. if applicable, when loaning equipment, a Pre-rental/loan safety check is

carried out on the equipment;

f. staff, volunteers & participants are aware of fire evacuation procedures; and

g. Club members have signed a waiver prior to participating in Club activities.

AMENDMENTS TO CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS

25. Any proposal to alter the Constitution and By-Laws shall be posted on the club bulletin board at least (30) days prior to a general meeting where the Executive Committee shall put any resulting resolutions to an immediate vote for approval in principle. Recommended amendments shall staff same for final approval of Wing Commander or his representative.

26. The Constitution and By-laws may be amended by direction of the Wing Commander or his representative.

27. The Executive Committee may at any time amend the Constitution and By-Laws as required to reflect changes in CF Policy and Orders.  These amendments will be for the reference Orders or Policy changes only and not change the substance of the Constitution and By-Laws.  If the CF Policy or Orders change does reflect a difference in operating procedure the amendment will become effective upon propagation of the Policy or Order by the issuing authority and the normal amendment procedure will be followed.

ADOPTION

28. This 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club Constitution was reviewed by the Club Executive Committee and the Personnel Support Program Community Recreation Director and approved at a Club General Meeting August 2011.

8 WING TRENTON

FLYING FROGMEN SCUBA CLUB

BY-LAWS

PURPOSE

1. These By-laws amplify the Constitution and govern the operation of the 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club.

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE POSITIONS

2. a. President. The President shall:

1. at all times supervise and direct the activities of the Executive;

2. promote the aims of the club;

3. preside at all club meetings and establish any committees required to conduct specific club activities;

4. attend all Recreation Council meetings as required on behalf of the club; and

5. ensure all Forces orders and wing directives relating to policy and procedures for clubs are followed.

b. Vice-President. The Vice President shall:

1. assume those duties and responsibilities assigned to him/her by the President; and

2. assume the duties of the President in his/her absence.

c. Secretary. The Secretary shall:

1. record the proceedings of all meetings and prepare a final typed version for submission by the President;

2. maintain file for all club correspondence; and

3. assume those duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President.

d. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall:

1. responsible for the documentation relating to all club financial transactions;

2. assume all duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President;

3. maintain detailed financial records;

4. issue receipts/bills to members as required; and

5. ensure budget is prepared and submitted annually.

e. Duties of Technical Committee.

1. authorizing areas where dives may take place;

2. issue of safety regulations;

3. assessment and report on all incidents of equipment failure; and

4. recommend the appointment of Chief Instructor.

f. Duties of the Safety Officer.

1. assume the role of Chief Instructor in his/her absence;

2. ensure Safety guidelines are established for all club activities;

3. ensuring that all equipment used in the training program is in safe working condition in accordance with Interim CF Scuba Club Policy Annex A;

4. promote the upgrading of divers in the club;

5. all matters concerning safety within the club; and

6. shall be selected by the instructors from within the Technical Committee. If no Instructors are available, the senior Dive master will be appointed.

g. Duties Of The Chief Instructor.

1. supervision of instructors and assistant instructors;

2. examination of student divers, members transferring from other clubs and members renewing their qualification;

3. training and certification of club divers in accordance with Interim CF Scuba Club Policy para 9;

4. make recommendations for the purchase of club equipment to meet safety standards as per Interim CF Scuba Club Policy paras 16, 17 and 18 in conjunction with the Safety Officer;

5. ensure that basic students are taught BUDDY BREATHING.

6. preparing and management of the annual training program; and

7. ensuring that sufficient adequately trained instructors are available; and

8. Act as the Safety Officer in their absence if not already appointed by the President;

9. Conduct training for club members in the proper operation of the compressor and cascade system.

h. Duties Of The Equipment Manager. The Equipment Manager shall:

1. ensure that all equipment used in scuba activities is certified serviceable in accordance with Interim CF Scuba Club Policy Annex A;

2. ensuring that the Air Quality Assurance Program is completed as per Interim CF Scuba Club Policy para 27;

3. maintain a permanent file for Gear Rental and the control of all inventories.

4. ensure members complete specified paperwork for all gear removed from the club room. Each member is financially responsible for any damaged or lost items. Items found to be damaged at the beginning of the dive will be considered damaged by the previous owner. Ensure all equipment is cleaned properly prior to returning to the club room such as, Buoyancy Compensators will be rinsed on the inside, emptied and remain inflated for return;

5. ensuring that equipment that is unserviceable is segregated from serviceable equipment, and that write-off action in accordance with current NPF regulations is instituted for equipment that is beyond economical repair;

6. maintenance of a loan card system;

7. purchase of club equipment as approved by the Executive; and

8. other duties assigned by the President.

i. Duties Of The Assistant Equipment Manager. The Assistant Equipment Manager shall:

1. assist the Equipment Manager with his/her duties;

2. assume the duties in the absence of the Equipment Manager; and

3. other duties assigned by the President.

j. Duties Of Dive Masters.

1. a dive supervisor shall be appointed by and be responsible to the Executive for each club dive;

2. supervise and plan of dives for which they are appointed;

3. ensure that dives are conducted in accordance with the Constitution and By-laws and Interim CF Scuba Club Policy para 14;

4. ensure that emergency procedures are established in accordance with Interim CF Scuba Club Policy paras 20-33; and

5. ensure that divers do not participate in club dives which are beyond their expertise or certification level.

k. Duties of Membership Director. The Membership Director shall:

1. maintain a database of Club Member’s Information as directed by the Executive;

2. coordinate the recruiting of new club members; and

3. Assume other duties as assigned by the President.

m. Duties of Compressor Liaison. The Compressor Liaison shall:

(1) liaise with 8 Wing CE to ensure compressor maintenance is carried out by

CE in a timely fashion;

(2) liaise with 8 Wing Fire Hall to ensure that the FFSC is providing optimum service as the back up compressor for the Fire Hall;

(3) conduct air samples as required and deliver them to 8 Wing Fire Hall for processing;

(4) assume other duties as assigned by the President.

DUTIES OF CLUB MEMBERS

3. Members will assist the Equipment Manager by ensuring that the utmost care is taken with Club equipment.

4. Members will complete specified paperwork for all gear removed from the clubroom. Each member is financially responsible for any damaged or lost items. Items found to be damaged at the beginning of the dive will be considered damaged by the previous owner. All equipment will be cleaned properly prior to returning to the clubroom. Buoyancy compensators will be rinsed on the inside, emptied and remains inflated for return. Any member returning club equipment without cleaning may be subject to a fine as indicated on the rental agreement and possible loss of rental privileges.

5. All Club members listed on the Clubroom Access List, (from Basic Open Water Diver to the Instructor Level), shall fulfill compressor duty as prescribed by the Equipment Manager. Members unable to fulfill their duty are responsible for finding a replacement. Failure to do so will result in the member being removed from the Access List.

DUTIES OF CLUB LEADERSHIP QUALIFIED MEMBERS

6. All members of the Club qualified from the Dive Master level or higher will ensure that they conduct themselves in compliance with the Interim CF Scuba Club Policy. All contracted instructors will comply with the Statement of Work as attached to the contract. Failure to due so may result in termination of the contract.

RESIGNATION OF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

7. The FFSC President is voted in by the regular members and approved by the Wing Commander and the function is considered to be a secondary duty. It is occasionally necessary for the Executive Officers to submit their resignation prior to completion of office. Such a submission must be approved by the Wing Commander through the Chairperson of the Recreation Council. It is also important that following that approval such vacant position be filled quickly in order that the effectiveness of the Executive committee is not compromised. The letter of resignation will be posted in the club house for minimum or 30 days. The resignation will not be in effect until after 30 day period.

8. The following procedures shall apply:

1. Resignation of President. If the President submits his/her resignation to the Wing Commander through the Chairperson of the Recreation Council prior to expiration of the normal term of office, the Vice-President shall Automatically assume duties of the President on an interim basis until a decision is received from the W Comd and, if necessary, a meeting be held to elect a new President. The position of Vice-President shall be filled as stated in sub-paragraph 6b. The Mil Sports/Rec O is to be advised at once of the appointment of an interim President so contact with Wing Administration is not lost. A general meeting to elect a new President will be held no later than 30 days after the resignation; and

2. Resignation of Executive Officers other then the President. If the Vice-President becomes the interim President as above, or if the Vice-President or other executive officer submits his/her resignation prior to expiration of the normal term of office, the Executive shall select an eligible and willing replacement to fill that position on an interim basis until it is possible to hold a general meeting for the purpose of electing a new Executive Officer. The general meeting will be held no later 30 days after the resignation; and

3. Recording of Replacement. The process of replacing resigning Executive Officers shall be recorded in the Minutes of the Club Meeting concerned.

FINANCES

9. The financial control of the club shall be as follows:

a. Operating Budget/Expenses:

1. operating expenses are expenses of a recurring nature required in support of the operation of the club. An operating budget shall be submitted by the President to the Chairperson of the Recreation Council by 15 December of each year covering the period 01 March to end February of the following year (NPF FY). Included with the operating budget on a separate sheet should be a forecast of any requirements for NPF Capital Expenditures (explained at sub para 9b.) The Chairperson of the Recreation Council will then submit it as part of the Recreation Council budget to the Wing Fund Committee for final approval;

2. the operating budget shall be approved by the membership at a general meeting prior to submission to the Recreation Council Chairperson;

3. once the operating budget has been approved by the Wing Fund Committee, expenditures budgeted for therein may be submitted for authorization by the Chairperson Rec Council and staffed for payment to NPF Accounts;

4. unforeseen operating expenditures less than $1000 that were not budgeted for must be staffed to the Chairperson Rec Council for approval;

5. unforeseen operating expenditures more than $1000 will constitute a Capital Expenditure Request through the Chairperson Rec Council to the PSP Manager for approval;

6. the budget will include, but not limited to, estimates of the following:

(a) revenue to include membership funds collected, funds raised through sponsorship, fundraising or courses conducted;

(b) affiliation expenses;

(c) wages for paid staff;

4. transportation expenses including vehicle rental;

4. miscellaneous expenditures to include equipment, equipment repairs, tournament costs, instructor fees etc; and

4. general contingency plans to include long range planning for the purchase of equipment etc.

2. NPF Capital Expenditure Request (CER). Any forecast for NPF Capital Expenditures shall be attached to the operating budget. A CER shall be submitted for any expense over $1000;

Revenue and Expenditures. All revenue shall be deposited with the 8 Wing Credit Union and accounted for through the Non-Public Funds (NPF) accounting department. All expenditures shall be made through the assigned NPF Club account;

Petty Cash. In some cases the Club may authorize a member of the Executive Committee to hold a Petty Cash float in order to make small miscellaneous expenditures. The holder of the Petty Cash float shall assume responsibility of the funds at all times and will be subject to unscheduled audits. A request for a Club Petty Cash float may be made to the Chairperson Rec Council for approval by the PSP Manager;

2. Control of Public and NPF Property. The Fixed Asset (FA) holder shall be a regular member. Upon appointment of a new FA holder, he/she shall meet with the previous FA holder in order to carry out a FA verification and bring the FA account up-to-date. Any deficiencies shall be recorded on the FA Verification Report and submitted to the Chairperson Rec Council. The FA account shall be verified on a six month basis by the FA holder (Equipment Manager) and an independent checker;

2. Procedure for Write-off of NPF Equipment. Discrepancies noted during a FA Verification shall be identified and listed in the FA Verification Report. Once approved at a general meeting, the report shall be submitted to the Chairperson Rec Council for presentation to Wing Fund for disposal instructions. Items to be destroyed must be witnessed IAW CFP 105, Policy and Procedures for NPF Accounting ;and

2. Signing Authorities. The president shall ensure that the PSP Coordinator is provided with a current list of Executive Committee members authorized to spend club funds (normally the President, Vice-President and Treasurer).

Memberships Fees

10. Membership fees will be reviewed and ratified at the Annual General Meeting. Membership fees may be altered at a general meeting of the club. The rank of an individual shall not be used to determine the amount of membership or other fee charged. The membership year shall be from April 1 – March 31 each year. Persons joining the club after 1 September shall receive a reduced rate. If the rate exceeds $25, it shall be reduced to $25 minimum. If the rate does not exceed $25, the rate shall remain the same. All membership fees are for the membership year or part thereof except for temporary members which shall not exceed six months. The Flying Frogmen Scuba Club shall honour a Reciprocal Agreement with other members of Canadian Forces Scuba Clubs.

CONDUCT

12. Conduct of members and guests shall at all times reflect credit on the 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club and the Canadian Forces in general.

CONDITIONS OF OCCUPANCY OF BASE FACILITIES

13. As the club has been granted use of the 8 Wing Trenton Aquatic Centre, which includes a Club Equipment Room, the Club is responsible for ensuring that:

1. Users take responsibility for the security of the Club room and Aquatic Centre;

2. The Club room is kept in a clean and orderly state; and

3. Users accept full responsibility for all expenses caused by negligence, vandalism or misuse of property.

NPF CONSOLIDATED INSURANCE

14. All Wing Fund sponsored recreation activities are included for coverage under the NPF Consolidated Insurance Policy as directed in Chapter 11 to CFP 105. This insurance provides for protection against loss or damage of non-public fund property and for public liability for the Commanding Officer as the person responsible for the operation of Wing Fund sponsored activities at a unit.

15. All club members should be aware that club membership does not provide insurance coverage, personal injury or liability. It is recommended that all club members assess their personal insurance needs and purchase the appropriate policy.

REPORTING CHANNELS

16. The Club President shall report on all matters pertaining to the club to the Chairperson of the Recreation Council.

REPORTS AND RETURNS

17. The club must maintain detailed records of their activities. Detailed records should be kept concerning membership, expenditures, revenue and other club activities. These records are to be maintained by the Club Executive and provided to the Chairperson Rec Council upon request.

ORDER OF BUSINESS OF MEETINGS

18. The list of items to be brought before a meeting is called the "Agenda". The sequence in which the items of business are arranged is called the "Order of Business". Executives will find the use of a planned agenda a useful technique.

19. The order of business for club executive or general meeting should normally be as follows:

a. meeting called to order;

b. reading of previous meeting;

c. treasurer's report (financial report);

d. reports of executive officers;

e. general information/club correspondence;

f. new business;

g. announcements; and

8. adjournment.

SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR CLUB SPONSORED ACTIVITIES AND DIVES

20. With the ever changing world of diving and the increased attention on the sport itself, some guidelines have been established for club sponsored activities to ensure a safe and enjoyable dive for all levels of divers. All divers are responsible for their conduct, and their buddy. Divers are to ensure that they do not get into situations that they are not comfortable with, or which are beyond their personal limits. Common sense dictates:

1. divers shall not exceed their level of expertise or certification level while on club dives;

2. diving with mixed gases is prohibited on all club dives;

3. divers shall not dive with equipment which the designated Dive master and the Rescue Diver are not qualified on, in the event their assistance is required due to an accident;

4. divers shall not dive with closed circuit or semi-closed circuit breathing apparatus;

5. prior to attending any club dive, all divers must be checked-out by the familiarization guidelines established by the Technical Committee;

6. a club dive is a dive which an authorized member of the Executive Committee has approved; and

7. IAW Interim CF Scuba Club Policy para 24, Divers shall not exceed a depth limits as authorized by their individual certifying agency.

THE BUDDY SYSTEM

21. All divers will use the BUDDY SYSTEM during club activities from the

pre-dive briefing to exiting the water.

1. buddy partners shall complete a mutual check of each other’s gear and be familiar with it’s operation prior to entry into the water, particular attention must be paid to the BC and weight belt;

2. review hand signals, dive intentions, time limits, depth, distance and air prior to entry into the water;

3. remain within visual contact or within 10 ft, the lesser of the two, of your buddy at all times while under water even if visibility is greater;

4. check each others position at regular intervals of not more than 60 second intervals;

5. if contact is lost, STOP. In a stationary position, turn four 90 degree turns and look. Upon returning to your original position and not having located your buddy, surface immediately and notify the Dive Master and Rescue Diver. DO NOT LOOK FOR A MISSING BUDDY ALONE;

6. render immediate assistance whenever required;

7. on ascents and descents maintain continuous direct visual contact at all times. Never begin your dive until you and your buddy have established contact on the bottom.

AMENDMENTS TO CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS

22. Any proposal to alter the Constitution and/or By-Laws shall be posted on the club room bulletin board for at least thirty (30) days prior to a General Meeting where the Executive Committee shall put any resulting resolutions to an immediate vote for approval in principle. Recommended amendments shall be recorded in the Minutes of the General Meeting for approval by the Wing Commander or his representative.

23. The By-Laws may be amended at the direction of the Wing Commander or his representative.

ADOPTION

24. These 8 Wing Trenton Flying Frogmen Scuba Club By-Laws were reviewed by Club Executive Committee and the Personnel Support Program Community Recreation Director and approved at a Club General Meeting August 2011.