IDC Risk Management & Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

What is the first priority in any diving emergency?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring the safety of the rescuer and then establishing diver safety

Answer

In any diving emergency, the first priority is ensuring the safety of the rescuer before attempting a rescue, followed by establishing the affected diver's safety.

Question 2

What does an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) include?

Accepted Answer

Procedures, roles, contact numbers, and resources for responding to diving emergencies

Answer

An EAP is a pre-planned document that outlines emergency procedures, assigns responsibilities, lists emergency contact numbers, and identifies available resources.

Question 3

Which of the following is a sign of a panicking diver on the surface?

Accepted Answer

Erratic movements, wide eyes, refusing to put face in water

Answer

Panic in diving is characterized by erratic behavior, wide eyes, hyperventilation, and loss of rational thinking — all visible signs that require immediate intervention.

Question 4

What is the recommended procedure for managing an unresponsive diver in the water?

Accepted Answer

Establish positive buoyancy, signal for help, and begin in-water rescue breathing if trained

Answer

For an unresponsive diver, the priority is establishing positive buoyancy and beginning in-water rescue breathing while signaling for assistance.

Question 5

What is the most common cause of diving fatalities according to DAN accident analysis?

Accepted Answer

Drowning and arterial gas embolism, often preceded by panic or cardiac events

Answer

Diving fatality analysis consistently shows that drowning (often preceded by panic or cardiac events) and arterial gas embolism are the leading causes, not equipment failure or marine animals.

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IDC Risk Management & Emergency Procedures 2