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Scuba News
October 6, 2025 by HAL
Dive 1st Aid released its 2026 pricing and special offers. These deals are for dive shops and instructors to stock first aid supplies. Their kits focus on safety for divers both in and out of the water. The DEMA Show helps connect Dive 1st Aid with partners and new dealers. It’s a great time to […]
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September 24, 2025 by HAL
Staying updated is crucial for emergency responders in scuba diving. Regular training helps maintain skills and confidence during rescues. Online learning through webinars is helpful, but in-person training is essential. Instructors receive updates to improve their teaching and skills. Better trainers create better responders, which benefits everyone in emergencies.
New EFR Instructor Lesson Guides are now available. These guides help instructors teach CPR and first aid. They include online and offline options for easy access. Instructors can quickly navigate through lessons using a menu system. Contact your local PADI Regional Training Consultant for more information.
The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) helps improve emergency care. They regularly review and update CPR and first aid standards. Emergency First Response® (EFR®) programs follow ILCOR’s guidelines. The latest review confirms current EFR methods are effective. Staying updated can help save lives in diving emergencies.
The U.S. Coast Guard has renewed our Adult/Child Emergency Care course. This course meets the First Aid/CPR/AED requirements for USCG mariners. It boosts credibility as an official resource for training. Instructors can now certify students using this online course. This helps mariners stay updated with safety skills.
March 12, 2025 by HAL
An effective Emergency Assistance Plan (EAP) is crucial for scuba divers to handle emergencies safely. The plan should identify potential emergencies like decompression sickness and have key details, including emergency contacts and evacuation procedures. Training is vital, so divers should learn first aid and oxygen administration through courses like PADI Emergency First Response. Regular drills […]
December 17, 2024 by HAL
First-aid training is crucial, especially in emergencies like a recent incident in Spain. Jorma, a healthy 67-year-old, collapsed during a game. Emergency First Responder Joanne quickly took action after learning CPR and using a defibrillator. Her knowledge saved Jorma’s life, highlighting the importance of being trained in CPR and first aid, particularly for divers who […]
September 18, 2024 by HAL
SwissEmergency, located by Lake Geneva, is a successful first-aid training center. Owner Sébastien Reichel built his business by creating professional courses focused on quality and customer satisfaction. He markets his services through word of mouth and offers engaging training that includes competitions. His approach emphasizes thorough and comprehensive training over cheaper options, which clients appreciate. […]
August 2, 2024 by HAL
The survey aimed to assess how prepared scuba divers and professionals are for emergencies. It focused on how often they refresh their rescue and first aid skills. Understanding this helps improve safety in the diving community. Read the full article at medium.com
February 12, 2024 by HAL
To understand suspected opioid overdoses, recognize the signs like slow breathing and unresponsiveness. Ensure scene safety, call emergency services, and check breathing. Administer Narcan and perform CPR if necessary. Continue monitoring the person and encourage follow-up medical care. Read the article
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