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![[Divers Alert Network]](images/danlogos.gif) The course "Oxygen First Aid in
Dive Accidents" will introduce divers to better recognize possible dive-related
injuries and to provide emergency oxygen first aid. It also provides an excellent
opportunity for experienced divers and instructors to continue their education.
Understand Why...
 | Review of the functions of the respiratory and cardiovascular system. |
| Effects of oxygen on the body, benefits of using oxygen in diving emergencies. |
| Updated statistics on dive accidents and treatment success. |
| Potential consequences of treatment delay. |
| Residual symptoms after first treatment. |
| Important guidelines for oxygen safety. |
Take Action...
| Recognize signs and symptoms of major dive accidents including near drowning and
decompression illness (AGE and DCS). |
| Identify all component parts of an oxygen kit and learn proper assembly, deployment and
use. |
| Provide oxygen to an injured diver by demand inhalator valve and mask, and constant-flow
with non-rebreather mask. |
| Practice mouth to mouth rescue breathing using a pocket mask with supplemental oxygen
inlet. |
Be Prepared...
After completing this course you will be entitled to purchase and use your personal
oxygen kit.
Course Requirements
- Certification Level
- Certified diver, minimum age 16
CPR certification (need not be current)
- Tuition
- $120.00 for DAN members, others $140.00 - so join DAN now!
Price includes DAN student work book, certification and non-rebreather mask.
(Optional NAUI certification available.)
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