All divers and diving supervisors are required to hold current First Aid certifications which include, General First Aid (refreshed every 2 years), CPR. Refreshed or demonstrated every 12 months,Oxygen Administration refreshed or demonstrated every 12 months.
This course covers both theoretical and practical work and includes the following subjects:
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Resuscitation and Oxygen use
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Bleeding
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Unconscious patient
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Shock
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Hypothermia
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Immersion
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Minor illness
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Poisons
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Injuries
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Burns
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Scalds
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Inhalation of hot gases and smoke
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Hygiene & wounds
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Dressing & immobilization
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Transportation (including helicopter)
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First aid kits
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Communication in emergencies
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Record keeping
Certification valid for 2 years