This article describes the Standard Procedure of Rescue for Surface Supply Divers. It also covers identifying a lost diver and performing CPR. It is important to have a complete certification before you can rescue a diver. You will be able to save other divers' lives in an emergency. It discusses how to locate the victim, perform CPR on unconscious divers, and other important topics.
Standard procedure for salvaging a surface-supplied diver
Rescuers are required to quickly rescue a surface-sustained diver in distress. This is typically a dive bell or an area where the diver cannot drown and first aid can be provided. It is possible to reach a diver using the bell at times, but rescue divers need to adjust their response to accommodate the situation.
Secure the umbilicals first. The bell should be opened so that the umbilical is out of the bell. The surface tender should then follow a diver's umbilical from the bell. The bell may have individual umbilicals that can be used to supply the diver, depending on what type it is. To avoid snagging the umbilicals, they must be secured.
The diving supervisor and the diver's tender should provide instructions to rescuers. A standby diver may perform other tasks while a diver is being rescued, but he or she must be able to render emergency aid to the diver if needed. While performing this procedure, it is important to keep in constant physical and/or audio contact with the diver.
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 your local authorities. In this case, the diver was reported missing on June 17 in Mukilteo, Washington. The call was answered by police and fire departments. The Coast Guard and sheriff’s dive team also searched the area. However, they were unable to find Korompis and 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. However, the device is only functional if the signal is received by nearby vessels. It is highly recommended to use the device. However, it is not always practical. Some boats have no AIS technology, so they will be unable to track a lost diver. SAR services can assist a diver if they have an AIS device.
Performing CPR on an unresponsive diver
CPR is an attempt to revive a diver if he or she stops breathing. Open the airway by sliding your hand underneath the diver's arm or by reaching up and holding the diver's breathing equipment. You can then pinch the diver's nose, and then roll them towards you. If breathing is not returning, you can give two rescue sighs and continue the procedure two to three additional times.
It is important that you don't attempt to rescue the diver's bell during CPR. It could lead to blood pooling. It is important to continue rescue breathing until the diver is able to regain consciousness. Transferring the diver to a decompression chamber may be necessary. Performing CPR on an unresponsive diver may be a complicated task, 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 enable your to assess the condition and determine if rescue breathing is necessary. Alternating between rescue breaths, and 30 chest compressions, if the diver has stopped breathing, is possible. Alternate your breathing pattern for no more than 30 seconds.