When sharing the water with boats, divers should take steps to limit their risk of being struck or run over. Use a dive flag to indicate your position and surface within 15 meters* of it. Before you surface, scan for boat traffic, and consider deploying a surface marker buoy. Boat operators should stay 90 meters* away from any dive flag or alpha flag if possible. When operating a vessel, remain vigilant and sober, and watch out for people in the water. *Be sure to check and comply with local reg