This article explains the Standard Procedure for Rescue of a Surface-Supported Diver. It also covers identifying a lost diver and performing CPR. Before diving rescues, it is best that you have the full certification. Then, you will know how to save the lives of other divers in an emergency. It also covers how to find the victim and perform CPR on an unconscious diver.
Standard procedure to rescue surface diver
Rescuers are required to quickly rescue a surface-sustained diver in distress. This is usually a diving bell or area where the diver cannot drown and where first aid can be administered. Sometimes, however, it might not be possible for rescue divers to reach the diver through the bell.
Securing the umbilicals is the first step to rescue. The bell should be ejected by the diver at the place where the umbilical enters. The surface tender should then follow the diver's umbilical out of the bell. Depending on the type of bell, the diver may also be supplied through the individual umbilicals inside the bell. To avoid snagging the umbilicals, they must be secured.
The dive supervisor and the diver's tender must give instructions to the rescuers. While a diver being rescued may have other duties, a standby dive should be available to render assistance to the diver in an emergency. It is crucial to ensure constant physical and audio contact with the diver while performing this procedure.
Identifying a lost diver
It can be difficult to identify a lost diver, but there are many options. First, contact your local authorities. In this case, the diver was reported missing on June 17 in Mukilteo, Washington. Fire and police departments responded to the call. The Coast Guard, sheriff's diving team and police also searched the area. They were unable to locate Korompis or his partner.
You can also use a MOB to locate a diver who has disappeared. This device uses an underwater radio signal to send out a distress signal. However, the device is only functional if the signal is received by nearby vessels. While it is recommended that you use this device, it may not be practical. Some boats don't have AIS technology so they won't be able track a missing diver. SAR service can help locate and assist the diver if the vessel is equipped with an AIS system.
CPR on an inresponsive diver
CPR may be used to revive a diver that isn't breathing. To open the airway, slide your hand beneath the diver's arm. Or reach up to the diver and hold their breathing equipment. Then pinch the nose of your diver and gently roll him or her toward you. If the diver's breathing does not return, take two rescue breaths. Then, roll him or her towards you.
During CPR, it is important not to attempt to recover the diver's bell. This could cause blood to pool. Continue rescue breathing until the diver regains consciousness. Transferring the diver to a decompression chamber may be necessary. It can be difficult to perform CPR for an unresponsive diver.
You can use buoyancy to bring the diver back to the surface if your pulse is visible. This will help you evaluate the condition of unresponsive divers and determine if they need rescue breaths. You can alternate rescue breaths with 30 chest compressions if the diver isn't breathing. Alternate your breathing pattern for no more than 30 seconds.