In the inaugural episode of Tech Diving On Air, host Tamara is joined by Gareth Lock, the founder of The Human Diver and a globally recognized expert in Human Factors within the diving industry.
Together, they take a deep dive into one of the most difficult and often silenced topics in the community: sexual abuse and harassment. Moving beyond the rumors, they analyze the grim reality reflected in the recent Business of Diving Institute community survey.
Gareth applies his expertise in Human Factors—typically used to analyze diving accidents—to explain why harassment persists. They explore the dangerous "normalization of deviance," the power dynamics between instructors and students, and the systemic failure of training agencies to protect victims. This is a candid, necessary conversation about why good decision-making isn't just about buoyancy—it's about boundaries, safety, and changing the culture.
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About the Guest: Gareth Lock is a former Royal Air Force officer turned technical diver. He founded The Human Diver to bring human factors, non-technical skills, and a "Just Culture" into the diving world. His organization teaches divers how to think, communicate, and manage risk more effectively.
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