by Steve Orange | Dec 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
At a recent meeting of the BDSG a failing of a cylinder at the neck was highlighted. The image shows an O ring ballooning between the cylinder neck and the valve. This occurs because the tread above the O ring is exposed to sea water and can be prone to corrosion....
by Steve Orange | Dec 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Members may be aware that CMAS are building a new portal which will support international โeโ cards. This will allow all CMAS members to access and share details of their dive qualifications with dive centres etc. Irene, at head office, is currently working through...
by Steve Orange | Jul 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Diving Medical Updates The UKDMC undertake regular reviews on medical conditions which might affect an individualโs ability to dive. The committee have recently issued updated guidance on a number of conditions: Myocardial Infarction. You can access the guidance here...
by Steve Orange | Mar 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
When things go wrong! At these times of extended responses times by our ambulance services we need to be aware that in the event of a diving incident you are likely to need to support the casualty for longer than usual. During the strikes we are asked to avoid high...
by Steve Orange | Mar 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
As part of my Regional Instructor assessment, I have been tasked with organising a Manikin Workshop, aimed at Diver Rescue Examiners and Open Water Instructors, to refresh their skills. The workshop will include deep rescue lifts & deployment and recovery of the...
