You’re out diving with your local dive group, buddy or on a dive trip and something goes wrong, somebody is a little tired and cannot swim in, falls unconscious or is having trouble at some stage during the dive. Would you know what to do without getting yourself into danger at the same time?
What can you do already?
You can do a tired diver tow now that you are an open water diver and use an alternate air source, these skills are there to keep you safe in a personal emergency but what if a diver is becoming panicked or unconscious? How do you perform CPR in the water or is that even possible? How do you best keep yourself safe while helping a dive buddy or other diver having trouble, or worse, in trouble!
Knowing what to do in these and other scenarios can become the difference between a serious injury or death instead of just an uncomfortable situation handled correctly by a PADI Rescue Diver. We learn that breathing underwater with scuba gear is a privilege to be taken seriously. We also understand that however natural a place it becomes after a few dives, it should be enjoyed with an appreciation for the simple fact that it is not our natural habitat. So it makes sense to get the appropriate diver ratings that include the knowledge and skills to help keep diving a healthy experience to be enjoyed time and time again.
Getting PADI Rescue Diver certified
Getting PADI Rescue Diver certified is also loads of fun! Diver safety is about being comfortable and confident as much as knowing what to do if something went wrong. Being knowledgeable about what can happen builds confidence and an understanding of dive safety. This prevents accidents from happening or becoming serious. Also having the peace of mind from positive experiences helps everybody to stop and think before they act in a challenging scenario.
Trying to simulate rescue scenarios for the first time with your class mates brings out the best of novice acting… or just plain funny situations. Hence Rescue Diver is referred to as fun and rewarding along with the increased safety and awareness.
Getting PADI Rescue Diver certified at NZ Sea Adventures encompasses state of the art PADI eLearning, skill development in our on-site diver training pool plus a day performing scenarios and skills in the Open Water. Our staff are experienced professionals who put your comfort and safety first, this way you can enjoy the best learning environment. There is a recent first aid certificate required so we offer a reduced “Medic First Aid” course in line with a Rescue Diver program when needed.
With a little online study and a fun filled, challenging and rewarding weekend at NZ Sea Adventures. You will leave feeling like a completely new diver! You will be another step closer to becoming a PADI Master Scuba Diver, have greater confidence and experience backed up by First Aid and PADI Rescue Diver skills.