by Steve Orange | May 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
The SAA continues to support the BDSG (British Diving Safety Group) in developing safe policies for the return to diving. Following a meeting held Thursday 29th May, the BDSG has issued an update regarding this and I recommend all members read this very informative...
by Steve Orange | May 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
The BDSG COVID-19 team met on Thursday 21st May 2020 to discuss a mindful, progressive return to shore diving, because it naturally lends itself to social distancing above the surface. Below the surface divers routinely dive in full personal protective equipment...
by Steve Orange | May 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
The SAA has been in consultation with our Medical Advisor, Dr Matt Waterman, since mid-April regarding the medical implications of members returning to diving, post Covid-19. Dr Waterman is a co-author with three other dive medical experts, who have written an article...
by SAA HQ | May 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
The coronavirus outbreak is an unprecedented time for everyone. As well as our physical wellbeing, we must also be mindful of our mental wellbeing. Mental Health Awareness Week (18th – 24th May 2020) has seen many notable organisations issue advice which may be...
by Steve Orange | May 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
The SAA is a member of the BDSG working group, tasked to review how the government changes regarding COVID -19 affects the UK diving community. On Friday 15th May 2020 the British Diving Safety Group COVID-19 team met to discuss the ongoing situation. At present this...
by Steve Orange | May 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Following the meeting of the British Diving Safety Group on Tuesday the 12th May 2020 the British Diving Safety Group has issued the attached statement on behalf of all diving related agencies and supporting organisations – read more. Steve OrangeSAA National...
