Diving Rescue: How to Help a Diver in Danger

Knowing rescue skills is a moral duty and you may save your partner’s life one day.

Recognizing a Tired or Stressed Diver

Marks on the surface

• Hitting the water hard and breathing fast
• Shouting or pointing for help
• The pale face and the lost look

Underwater marks

• Chaotic and random movement
• Visible accelerated breathing from air bubbles
• Trying to hold on to anything around it

Rooftop Rescue

Approach a tired diver from behind him, not in front of him, so that he does not catch you in a moment of panic. Grab the waistband of his jacket, keep him above the water, and talk to him calmly.

Underwater rescue

If your partner loses consciousness underwater, create a good bond by grabbing his jacket and climbing up with him, maintaining their position and at the same time pumping air into his jacket.

CPR for divers

• Learn first aid and CPR
• Pure oxygen is available on most dive boats for such situations
• Call the ambulance service upon reaching the beach

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The official course in divers rescue gives you the confidence and skill to act in critical moments.