We have some conflicting opinions about how a DM candidate should demo their skills, and the equipment assembly one has caused a lot of debate lately. To be clear, this is for the skills demo assessment portion of the PADI Divemaster course.
One instructor believes that you should speak about what you're doing as you're doing it, providing tips and explanations of what you're up to. Another instructor insists that the setup demo can only be done by remaining completely silent during the process. Saying anything will result in a failing grade.
What do you guys think? Can candidates speak while doing their equipment setup skills demo?
Thanks in advance for your opinions.
One instructor believes that you should speak about what you're doing as you're doing it, providing tips and explanations of what you're up to. Another instructor insists that the setup demo can only be done by remaining completely silent during the process. Saying anything will result in a failing grade.
What do you guys think? Can candidates speak while doing their equipment setup skills demo?
Thanks in advance for your opinions.