This article describes the Standard Procedure of Rescue for Surface Supply Divers. This article also includes CPR and identification of a drowning diver. Before diving rescues, it is best that you have the full certification. This will allow you to help other divers in emergency situations. It also discusses how important it is to locate the victim and perform CPR for an unconscious diver.
Standard procedure for rescuing a surface supplied diver
Rescuers need to act quickly if a surface-sealed diver is in danger and take him or her to safety. This usually means a bell, or an area that the diver can not drown, and where first aid can easily be given. However, there are times when it may not be possible to reach the diver through the bell, so rescue divers must modify their response to meet the situation.
The first step to rescue is to ensure the divers' umbilicals are secure. The bell should be reached by the diver from the end where the umbilical enters. The surface tender should then follow a diver's umbilical from the bell. Depending on the type of bell, the diver may also be supplied through the individual umbilicals inside the bell. The diver's umbilicals will need to be secured to avoid snagging.
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 important to maintain regular contact with the diver, both audio and physically, during this procedure.
Recognizing a lost diver
It can be challenging to identify a lost diver. However, there are many methods that you can use to help find them. First, contact the 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.
Another way to find a lost diver, is to use a MOB system. This device sends out a distress message using an underwater radio frequency. The device works only if there are nearby vessels that receive the signal. It is highly recommended that this device be used, however it is not always possible. Many boats do not have AIS technology and will not be able to locate a lost diver. If the vessel has an AIS system, however, SAR services will be able to locate the diver and assist them.
Performing CPR on an unresponsive diver
CPR can be used to revive a diver who isn't breathing. By sliding your hand under the diver’s arm, or reaching up to hold his/her breathing equipment, you can open the airway. You can then pinch the diver's nose, and then roll them towards you. If the diver's breathing does not return, take two rescue breaths. Then, roll him or her towards you.
It is important that you don't attempt to rescue the diver's bell during CPR. This could cause blood to pool. You should continue to rescue breathe until the diver can regain consciousness. Transferring the diver to a decompression chamber may be necessary. CPR can be complicated for unresponsive divers, but it is necessary.
Positive buoyancy is a method of bringing a diver to the surface using buoyancy if you can detect his pulse. This will let you assess the condition of your diver and determine whether he requires rescue breathing. You can alternate rescue breaths with 30 chest compressions if the diver isn't breathing. Alternate the breathing pattern for a maximum of 30 seconds.