When should you look around or reach up during ascent?

Looking around or reaching up during your ascent is crucial for ensuring your safety and awareness of your surroundings. Before breaking the surface is the correct moment to do this because it allows you to check for potential hazards such as boats, other divers, or swimmers that might be in your path. This helps to ensure that you do not inadvertently collide with any of these hazards as you approach the surface.

Being aware of your environment before reaching the surface is important for avoiding accidents and ensuring a safe ascent. It’s particularly critical in busy areas where water traffic is present. Combining your ascent with vigilance helps to promote safer diving practices.

This practice emphasizes the importance of situational awareness during diving operations, which can greatly enhance diver safety.