South Australian Current Regulations South Australian Current Regulations127—Signals when divers working
(1) The operator of a
vessel that is over 10 m in length must, at all times while a diver is
operating from the vessel, display in a conspicuous position on the vessel the
International Code Flag A.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.
(2) The operator of a
vessel that is 10 m or less in length must, at all times while a diver is
operating from the vessel, display in a conspicuous position on the vessel a
rigid replica of International Code Flag A, at least 750 mm by
600 mm in size.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.
(3) A diver who is
operating in a harbor independently of a vessel must ensure that a rigid
replica of International Code Flag A, at least 300 mm by 200 mm
in size, is displayed, at all times, from a buoy or float which is moored
within 30 m of the diver or is attached to a line and towed by the diver.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.
(4) A diver must not
operate in a harbor, independently of a vessel, in a marked channel used by
vessels.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.
(5) The operator of a
vessel navigating in the vicinity of a vessel, float or buoy displaying an
International Code Flag A or a replica of that flag, or a light or shape
required by Rule 27 of the Prevention of Collisions Convention, must navigate
so as to avoid injury to the diver or interference with the vessel, float or
buoy.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.
(6) If this regulation
requires an International Code Flag A or a replica to be displayed, the
person who is required to display the flag or replica must ensure that it is
illuminated during the hours of darkness.
Maximum penalty: $1 250.