This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a systematic and methodical approach to finding and retrieving lost submerged objects up to 45 kilograms during or after recreational dives. This unit is not intended for use by commercial recovery divers.

It applies to dive leaders, usually known as divemasters or instructors who work independently in the field using discretion and judgement to manage problems when they arise.

This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers SCUBA diving activities and dive instruction including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.