Nusa Dua - Bali's Debris Month of Action

On 15 September 2012 we have successfully conducted a series of Dive Against Debris at the Tanjung Benoa (Nusa Dua) area of Bali. There were 19 people altogether, out of which 12 were divers joining the dives while the rest did their part at boat and the beach.

Tanjung Benoa area is tourist busiest area for water sport activities. Hundreds or more beginner divers dive in this area every day. That a lot of marine debris at the beach and underwater. The reason why we choose the Tanjung Benoa (Nusa Dua) area, we have been constantly monitoring the area for debris, coral health and coverage, and trying to locate sharks presents. This was our second Project Aware underwater cleanup since last year.

We conducted underwater clean up dive at Batu Besar (Big Rock) – one of the most popular dive site in this area. At this point we found plastics, fishing nets, drinking bottles, food wraps and much more at underwater environment. On some items the coral growing, some fishes lives in side like on tires, bottles and some cables, but these material now has become a new home for some creatures. So we did not pick up any debris, hence we did some data recording on the debris that were not picked-up as explained in the Project Aware's Dive Against Debris manual.

The Dive against Debris supported by some local dive centers such as Mola Mola DC, Hammerhead dive service

Event Organizer: Made Suwena (PADI Master Instructor)

More pictures about this event, please go to Nusa Dua- Bali's Debris Month of Action on Facebook

FAQ Emergency First Response Instructor Courses

Here are Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about EFR Instructor Courses

What courses can I teach as an Emergency First Response Instructor?

 As an Emergency First Response Instructor, you are qualified to teach Adult, Child and Infant CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, first aid and emergency oxygen administration.

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5. You can supplement your income by teaching courses to individuals, businesses and community groups 
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How long does the Emergency First Response Instructor course take?

EFR Instructor course takes about 14 hours over a period of two days.

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To enter the Emergency First Response Instructor course, you must be 18 years old and have completed adult, child and infant CPR and first aid training in the past 24 months.

If you do not meet the prerequisites, you must take additional training before you take the Instructor course. See questions below for details.

I am a current Medical Professional (EMT, Paramedic, Nurse or Doctor). Do I qualify for the Instructor Course?

Yes! As a current medical professional you are qualified to enter the Emergency First Response Instructor Course without first completing the Emergency First Response Primary Care, Secondary Care or Care for Children courses.

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Instructors with current certifications from other certifying organizations are eligible for the Emergency First Response Instructor Crossover course. You may be able to complete this course by Independent Study. Contact us for the details

What if I completed a CPR/First Aid provider course but my card has expired?

 If you've have previous CPR, AED and First Aid training for adults, infants and children but your card is expired, you must first complete the Emergency First Response Primary Care, Secondary Care and Care for Children courses. This training can be completed in as little as one day and can be provided by your Instructor Trainer in conjunction with your Emergency First Response Instructor course.

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You must take the Care for Children course before you can take the Instructor course, which takes about a day. This course can be provided by your Instructor Trainer in conjunction with your Emergency First Response Instructor course.

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Are there continuing education opportunities for Emergency First Response Instructors?

Emergency First Response offers a full range of instructor level courses including the Instructor Trainer Course and the First Aid at Work (Great Britain) and First Aid at Work (Asia Pacific).

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AWARE Activities

Project AWARE activities on September 2012:

 Dive Against Debris. It will held on 15 September 2012 (8.00 - 11.00 AM) at Nusa Dua Dive Point, Bali. Nusa Dua dive point is regurraly dived by many dive center and water sports operator araound Nusa Dua penninsula. It's very good idea to clean up the debris, so the coral reefs can grow well and our diver enjoy healty reefs as well debris's free water. 
 Free buoyancy clinic. 16 and 23 September 2012. Work together with Bali Diver Community (local divers). The goal of this activity is to improve diver's buoyancy so more relax during diving, conserve energy as well protect aquatic environment. The buoyancy clinic will held on 16 and 22 September 2012 at Sudamala Swimmingpool - Dalung, Kuta Utara. It's free of charge activity.  
AWARE Shark Conservation, 22 September 2012, 8am - 16 pm. independent study and dive at shark' home. All about shark, conservation, shark petition and much more. 


If anyone want to join please contact me for details

Phone: 08123772080 email: suwena@gmail.com

Another PADI Recognition

Another PADI Certificate of Recognition for Excellence... Thank you Yeeven Shim

"There's no words to express my genuine gratitude for my instructor, Made Suwena, the one who guided me from a diver to be a professional in the professional world of PADI. And now, I am certified PADI OWSI. I would like to take this opportunity to say a million thanks to him. Thank you for all effort and patience to make me a better leader and a good instructor! Lastly, I would like to say, thank you Made Suwena. Thank you PADI" Yee Ven Shim

PADI Recognition - August 2012

PADI Certificate of Recogniton for Excellence

Just receive a new PADI Certificate of Recognition for Excellence. Thank you very much for the appreciation. Let's keep moving

"I just passed my IE in Bali and I want to say thanks to my mentor Made Suwena. He did a great job during my IDC, he is a real mentor. He has a combination of knowledge, skill, experience and passion. I had a great experience during the IDC and was very happy under his guidance. I will recommend him to my friends. Thank you PADI" Julianus Tamaweol