That pesky Medical Statement

[EFX]

I see my doctor every six months and I have him sign the SSI medical release form (PADI has a similar form). I make multiple copies and give a copy to the dive op I'm diving with. The form has never been turned down and I have peace of mind that all bases are covered.

Sorry, if this advice has already been given. Didn't want to wade through all the responses before replying.

 

[Marie13]

Ironic I'm reading this thread now as I'm waiting for my doctor appt for my annual physical, where I'll have the doc sign off on my medical form (allergies requiring daily OTC medication).

 

[dmaziuk]

I see my doctor every six months and I have him sign the SSI medical release form (PADI has a similar form). I make multiple copies and give a copy to the dive op I'm diving with. The form has never been turned down and I have peace of mind that all bases are covered.

Sorry, if this advice has already been given. Didn't want to wade through all the responses before replying.

I f they ask for RSTC form and accept medical release form instead, then they are full of crap. Because the RSTC form has

The information I have provided about my medical history is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I agree to accept
responsibility for omissions regarding my failure to disclose any existing or past health condition.
_______________________________________ _________________
Signature Date
PRODUCT NO. 10063 (Rev. 06/07) Ver. 2.01
Page 1 of 6
© PADI 1989, 1990, 1998, 2001, 2007
© Recreational Scuba Training Council, Inc. 1989, 1990, 1998, 2001, 2007

on the page where the questionnaire is, and if you are not giving them that, you're also not giving them the waiver with the signature and the date.

 

[tursiops]

I f they ask for RSTC form and accept medical release form instead, then they are full of crap. Because the RSTC form has

on the page where the questionnaire is, and if you are not giving them that, you're also not giving them the waiver with the signature and the date.

Sorry, I've read it three times and do not understand your post. Can you restate it in different words? Maybe with fewer piled on negatives?

 

[EFX]

I f they ask for RSTC form and accept medical release form instead, then they are full of crap. Because the RSTC form has

on the page where the questionnaire is, and if you are not giving them that, you're also not giving them the waiver with the signature and the date.

The form I have is two pages. The first page you refer to I fill out and sign. The second page, at the bottom, has the doctor info and he signs that section. In that section is the question, "I recommend this individual is fit for diving" and a yes or no check box (or something similar to this statement. Here is the form I use:

 

[dmaziuk]

Sorry, I've read it three times and do not understand your post. Can you restate it in different words? Maybe with fewer piled on negatives?

Look at the form. Page one has the questionnaire and your signature and date. Page two does not have your signature anywhere. If you are not submitting the questionnaire, they don't get your signature. If they're taking you without your signature, they are full of crap.

 

[tursiops]

Look at the form. Page one has the questionnaire and your signature and date. Page two does not have your signature anywhere. If you are not submitting the questionnaire, they don't get your signature. If they're taking you without your signature, they are full of crap.

PADI does not agree. Page 1 is unnecessary if you provide a signed page 2.

 

[dmaziuk]

PADI does not agree. Page 1 is unnecessary if you provide a signed page 2.

Interesting. So you don't have to give them a signed "I agree to accept responsibility for omissions" statement? I wonder if their lawyers know...

 

[tursiops]

Interesting. So you don't have to give them a signed "I agree to accept responsibility for omissions" statement? I wonder if their lawyers know...

PADI says the purpose of page 1 is so the instructor can decide if page 2 is needed. If it is needed, it is all that is needed.
I suspect the purpose of the page 1 statement that you are obsessed with ( ) is to cover the instructor when he/she gets a questionnaire that is all NOs, in which case page 2 is not needed.

 

[Bubblesong]

How has this medical statement ever protected the LDS anyway? If the family sues, it is not because the guy had a heart attack, but because the DM or instructor "abandoned them" after they have the heart attack.
When the DM or instructor is dangerous, incompetent or crazy, they do get sued, as there is no release signed against that situation, so they are covering their butts, but not their nuts.