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DAN Oxygen First Aid for Scuba Diving Injuries

Why take this course?

The DAN Oxygen First Aid for Scuba Diving Injuries Course is designed to fill the void in oxygen first aid training available for the general diving public. it represents entry level training designed to educate the general diving (and qualified non-diving) public in recognizing possible dive related injuries and providing emergency oxygen first aid while activating the local emergency medical services (EMS) and/or arranging for evacuation to the nearest available medical facility.

Who can take this course?

Anyone who has a current first Aid Certificate within last 2 years (24 Months)

How long does it take?

Approximately 3-4 hours

ALL COURSE DATES ARE AVAILABLE HERE (pdf. download)

What's involved ?

Some home study with your student manual prior to your session.
Knowledge Development with your instructor and Skills Development in the classroom.

To successfully complete the DAN Oxygen Provider course, participants must demonstrate skill and confidence during deployment, assembly and disassembly of all parts of the DAN Oxygen Unit (or other acceptable units).

By the end of the session participants must demonstrate skill and confidence while providing emergency oxygen to simulated injured divers by:
* Assessing the scene and oxygen provider safety
* Deploying and operating the DAN Oxygen Unit
* Selecting and preparing the appropriate oxygen mask
Operate the DAN Oxygen Unit and using the following oxygen delivery devices:
* Demand inhalator valve and mask
* Constant-flow, non-rebreather mask
* Oronasal resuscitation mask with supplemental oxygen inlet

Be able to identify the main components of the DAN Oxygen Unit
* Cylinder and valve
* Multi-function regulator
* T-handle
* Handwheel/wrench
* Oxygen washer
* Constant-flow controller
* Intermediate pressure hose
* Pressure activated check valve (DISS)
* Demand inhalator valve
* Oronasal mask
* Non-rebreather mask
* Oronasal resuscitation mask with supplemental oxygen inlet.

How much will it cost?

£75
Also includes your Student Pack with student manual, DAN sticker, zipper pouch, your Qualification Card on completion and Wall Certicicate

Are there any Extra~Hidden Costs?

None, everything is provided.

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Last Updated : 17 June, 2008

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