KML Rates, Forms, and Information - Florida Institute of Oceanography

Below is a list of the most current KML forms, arranged by category. PDF’s can be opened, filled out, and saved using the free Acrobat reader available here.

Email completed forms to the Operations Manager, Lisa Tipsword

KML Rates – Updated January 2023

KML Facilities Rate Sheet Effective January 2023
KML Seawater Rate Sheet Effective January 2023
KML Rate Calculator self-help & estimates, Updated December 2022

Helpful Information

Facilities Use Request Form (FURF)

This form is necessary for all KML access and activities
Please call first to determine availability
FURF Group List (PDF) – please use to list names of all members in your group

Required Forms to Submit for KML Access

Release & Waiver of Liability form (PDF) – please submit annually for all KML access and activities
Health Status Survey – online form to be completed by all guests within 24 hours of arrival
Illness Contingency Plan – online form to be completed by PI if staying in KML dorms. Must be approved prior to arrival and all group members should have reviewed the Plan

Seawater Use Request Form (SURF) – Fillable PDF

Must be submitted to reserve space in any KML Seawater System
Call to discuss availability of SW tables with KML staff
See KML Seawater Rate Sheet above
Please review Seawater Use Guidelines prior to arrival
Please provide all necessary Permits and IACUC approvals

Boat Trips & Snorkeling at KML

These forms are required prior to any snorkel trips. Please return with your completed FURF
KML Boat Roster (PDF) – includes Swimming & Snorkeling Skills & Experience Survey
KML Boating & Snorkeling (free diving) Understanding to be reviewed with members of your group and signed by the Principal Investigators or Group Leaders

AAUS Scientific Dive Reciprocity at KML

Please submit all forms to KML DSO for review and approval at least 14 business days prior to dive mission.

Required Forms:

Letter of Reciprocity form (LOR) – to be submitted for each new dive mission
Release & Waiver of Liability form (PDF)
Dive Plan Approval form – details of anticipated diving activities
Proof of Insurance (workers comp, DAN, etc)
Daily Diver Roster & Air Management Agreement (PDF)

Helpful Information

AAUS Diving Policies
USF Diving Standards
Florida Reef Tract Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease information and updates can be found at the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary website
Suggested gear decontamination protocols: Download decontamination protocols here

Sampling and Specimen Collections at KML

Please remember that KML is within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and adjacent to the Everglades National Park. You are responsible for providing all necessary permits, special activities licenses, and/or IACUC approvals for all education, research, and specimen collecting. Please discuss all sampling and collection with KML staff.

Helpful Guidelines for Sampling & Collecting in the Florida Keys
Collection Request Form (PDF) – to request KML staff assistance with collections and sampling.

IACUC Protocols for verterbrate research and education projects:

Required documents, please submit as PDF’s to KML staff.

Approved IACUC Protocol from your home institution
Final Letter of Approval for your proposed project (from your home institution)
All associated Permits for your work
KML IACUC Memorandum of Understanding to be filled out by your institutional IACUC rep

These plans must be received 45 business days prior to your arrival to allow adequate time for our review process. Please see our Permitting and IACUC Information page regarding Permitting or IACUC procedures.

Self-Captained Vessels for Research Activities

Please call to discuss necessary qualifications, planned activites, and availability of vessels.