Introduction
The rescue certification course is designed
to develop the knowledge and necessary skills for an individual
to effectively perform diver rescues and assists, and administer
necessary first aid.
Qualifications Of Graduates
1. Upon successful completion of this course,
graduates are able to conduct rescues to distressed divers.
2. Upon successful completion on this course,
graduates are qualified to:
- Enroll in the SDI Divemaster Course.
- Enroll in the Master Diver Program
Pre-Requisites
1. Current CPR and First Aid certification.
2. Advanced Diver certification or forty (40) logged Open
Water dives
3. Dive Medical if not obtained in last 12 months.
Course Structure And Duration
1. On the surface identify and assist a properly
equipped skin or scuba diver simulating:
- Breathing difficulties.
- Tiredness.
- Leg cramp.
- Early panic symptoms.
2. Locate and bring to the surface a scuba diver
simulating unconsciousness to the surface from approximately
six (6) msw / twenty (20) fsw.
3. Upon surfacing, transport the unconscious
diver fifty (50) meter / one hundred and fifty (150) feet
to shore or boat, simulating in-water rescue breathing.
4. Once reaching the shore or boat, with the
assistance of one (1) aid, removing the diver from the water.
Required Equipment
Basic SCUBA equipment, with the addition of
a cutting device and a CPR mask. Gear hire is available with
the exception of a knife and CPR Mask
Required Skill Performance And Graduation Requirements
In order to complete this course, students must:
1. Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning
dive emergency planning and execution.
2. Complete all open water requirements safely
and efficiently.
3. Satisfactorily complete the SDI Rescue Diver
written examination located in the SDI Rescue Manual or equivalent.
COST $475.00
A minimum or $150 deposit is required when
booking
What to bring
1. Towel
2. Swimmers
3. Dive Gear
4.First Aid Certification
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