Sports Diver Theory - ST2 - Diver Rescue

Sports Diver Theory

ST2 - Diver Rescue

Lesson Objectives

Students already know the initial elements of diver rescue, CBL, AAS ascent and towing. This session builds on that knowledge so that together with the practical element of this lesson and following sheltered water lessons, they will be able to perform a complete rescue sequence.

Achievement Targets

At the end of this lesson students should:

• Understand that anticipation, planning and awareness by divers can prevent problems before they happen, be prepared to give assistance if problems should arise and to effect a rescue if necessary.
• Understand that effective rescues rely on training, experience and practise
• Understand different types of rescue
• Understand the priorities of Basic Life Support
• Understand how to practically administer Rescue Breaths and Chest Compressions
• Understand that practical rescue skills learned in this lesson will be transposed to sheltered water lessons

Equipment Required

The following items are mandatory for the practical part of this lesson:

• One resuscitation manikin between two students and manikin wipes. (Manikins should be checked prior to this lesson to ensure they are in clean working order and should also be thoroughly cleaned at the completion of this lesson)