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Methods A cross-sectional study using a pre-validated questionnaire was conducted. The questionnaire consisted of 35 close-ended questions, which covered the scuba divers\u2019 profile and experience, the KAP of COVID-19 precautionary measures during diving activities as well as the demographic data and background of the scuba divers. KAP scores were subjected to non-parametric tests of statistical significance (Mann Whitney and Kruskal Wallis test). Statistical significance was set at p &lt; 0.05. Results Most of the 461 participants\u2019 answers were in agreeance on the proper KAP of infection control during the COVID-19 pandemic. There was a statistically significant difference in attitude between all the demographic and professional variables (p&lt;0.05) except for gender and region of residence (p&gt;0.05). In addition, there was a statistically significant practice difference among age groups, education levels, and employee status in the diving center (p&lt;0.05). 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