Scuba Diving SafetyScuba Diving Safety
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Book, 2007
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Current format, Book, 2007, , Available . Offered in 0 more formatsThis illustrated reference for scuba divers details safety planning, rescue techniques, and planning related to special situations and environments such as freediving and dangerous marine life. The authors describe how to manage a diving emergency and give guidelines for prevention, equipment use and maintenance, emergency assistance plans and evacuation, emergency recognition, resuscitations, first-aid, and missing diver, surface, and underwater rescues. Orr is associated with the Divers Alert Network and has written several other books on the topic. Douglas, a diver, medical technologist, instructor, and master trainer, researches and develops dive safety programs. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
The beautiful locales, exotic plant and sea life, and relaxing environs of dive locations are even more peaceful when you are armed with the expertise and skill to stay safe in any situation.
With self-rescues, buddy rescues, open-water resuscitation, and towing techniques, Scuba Diving Safety will become your most valuable diving companion. Covering a full range of underwater environments, as well as dangerous marine life, entanglements, and equipment failures, this vital resource is an essential reference for every underwater enthusiast.
Do not rely on someone else&;or chance&;to keep you safe. Let Scuba Diving Safety help you prepare for the unexpected and provide the confidence to enjoy your underwater adventures to the fullest.
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- Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, c2007.
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