Dive Safety

For obvious reasons dive accidents happen mainly on boats or remote locations, far away from hospitals or any other medical aid, therefore the first aid provided at the dive site…

The following items are offered as an example of a list of first aid supplies which can be modified according to your needs and experience. This is a section taken…

Problem: Lead absorption form diving weights and environmentRisks: Absorption in sports divers from weight, minimal; absorption via the hands to mouth in divemasters, instructors and gear handlers, possible; absorption in…

After the completion of any dive, the divemaster shall:Check the physical condition of the diver;Instruct the diver to report any physical problems or adverse physiological effects including symptoms of decompression…

by Dr. Jolie BookspanBRIEF OVERVIEW OF SUSCEPTIBILITY TO COLDJust as the "dose" of nitrogen or oxygen, meaning partial pressure and time exposed, are main factors in decompression sickness and oxygen…

IntroductionThermal protection is paramount for undersea recreation, effective work, and military warfare needs. Heat loss is accentuated by many factors including the increased thermal conductivity of water as compared to…

Are cold water near-drowning victims any different from warm water victims?Submersion accidents which lead to unconsciousness in waters colder than 70 degrees F occur with regularity. Oxygen needs are much…

Why is hypothermia dangerous?Hypothermia may be mild, moderate, or severe. The presentation may range from shivering and piloerection ("goosebumps"), to profound confusion, irreversible coma and death. Significant hypothermia begins at…

Signs of a CurrentEach diver can detect signs of current, such as:1). fast moving surface water;2). which way the boat is facing (depending on whichever is the stronger, the current…

The BoatCheck out the boat and boat captain before divingAsk questions about rescue action plansAsk about the history of the motorAsk about the credentials of the crewAsk about the system…