This article covers the Standard Procedure for rescuing a surface supplied diver. This article covers CPR and identification of lost divers. Before performing a rescue dive, it is a good idea to have a complete certification. You will be able to save other divers' lives in an emergency. This article also covers the importance of finding the victim and performing CPR on the unconscious diver.
Standard procedure to rescue a surface-supplied diver
Rescuers are required to quickly rescue a surface-sustained diver in distress. This usually means a bell, or an area that the diver can not drown, and where first aid can easily be given. 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 removed by the diver. This is the area where the umbilical enters. The surface tender must then follow the diver’s umbilical out the bell. Depending on the type of bell, the diver may also be supplied through the individual umbilicals inside the bell. To prevent snagging, divers' umbilicals must be secured.
The diver's tender and the diving supervisor should give directions 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. 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. The first thing to do is 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. But they couldn't find Korompis nor his partner.
You can also use a MOB to locate a diver who has disappeared. This device sends out a distress message using an underwater radio frequency. However, it only works if nearby vessels are able to receive the signal. It is highly recommended to use the device. However, it is not always practical. Some boats do not have AIS technology. They will not be able find a lost diver. SAR teams will still be able to assist the diver if there is an AIS signal on the vessel.
CPR is performed on an unconscious diver
If a diver is not breathing, you may attempt to revive him or her by performing CPR. You can either slide your hand under the diver's arm, or reach up and hold the diver's breathing apparatus. Then pinch the nose of your diver and gently roll him or her toward you. Give two rescue breaths if breathing stops. Repeat the process two to three more times.
It is important not to try to recover the bell from the diver's mouth during CPR. This could lead to blood pooling. Keep breathing rescue until the diver is conscious again. It may be necessary to transfer the diver onto a decompression chamber. CPR can be complicated for unresponsive divers, but it is necessary.
You can use buoyancy to bring the diver back to the surface if your pulse is visible. This will enable your to assess the condition and determine if rescue breathing is necessary. If the diver is not breathing, you can alternate two rescue breaths with thirty chest compressions. You can alternate the breathing pattern for up to 30 seconds.