A one-day, hands-on course from Divers Alert Network focused on recognizing diving injuries and administering emergency oxygen. Small class sizes and realistic equipment drills make it ideal for divers, crew, and dive professionals preparing for Florida diving operations.
A one-day, hands-on course from Divers Alert Network focused on recognizing diving injuries and administering emergency oxygen. Small class sizes and realistic equipment drills make it ideal for divers, crew, and dive professionals preparing for Florida diving operations.
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Orlando, Florida is an unlikely place to practice the most urgent skills a diver can use: administering emergency oxygen. At DAN Emergency Oxygen for Diving Injuries, held in central Orlando, trainees learn how to recognize diving illnesses such as decompression sickness and arterial gas embolism and how to provide life-saving oxygen until advanced medical care arrives. The course is taught in a hands-on format with real oxygen delivery systems and small group sizes, giving participants repeated practice assembling equipment, selecting masks and regulators, and monitoring responsive and unresponsive patients. This one-day training focuses on practical skills and decision-making. Students practice using non-rebreather masks, pocket masks, demand valve systems, and oxygen first aid kits used in dive operations. Instructors demonstrate flow rates, cylinder management, and safety checks, then supervise scenarios that simulate surface rescues, boat incidents, and shore-based responses. The controlled setting in Orlando allows divers, dive professionals, and boat crew members to rehearse timed interventions and communication with emergency medical services — critical steps that improve outcomes after an underwater injury. What makes this program stand out locally is its emphasis on realistic equipment and role-specific drills. For dive operators on Florida’s coasts and inland training sites, the DAN curriculum aligns with the gear and emergencies you will actually encounter. Small classes (limit of 6) mean instructors can tailor feedback and ensure every student demonstrates competency before certification. That practical confidence translates directly to safer dive operations and quicker, more organized responses when accidents occur. Practical tips for attendees: arrive with basic first-aid knowledge, wear comfortable clothing you can kneel in, and expect hands-on mannequin work. The course suits new divers who want preparedness and seasoned professionals seeking a refresher. While the focus is oxygen administration, instructors also cover record-keeping and coordinating evacuation with EMS and hyperbaric facilities. If you plan to dive in Florida’s inland springs or offshore reefs, this training is a high-impact investment in safety. It’s not only an educational day — it’s an opportunity to practice calm, effective responses under pressure, and to network with local dive operators who prioritize diver welfare. Book ahead; courses fill quickly for crews preparing for the busy winter and spring dive seasons. Beyond hands-on gear work, instructors emphasize judgement calls — when to start oxygen, how to prioritize airway and circulation, and how to document the incident for medical teams. Participants report leaving with clearer protocols for on-boat chain of command and decision cycles during drills. The course also reinforces maintenance basics for oxygen cylinders and regulators so equipment is ready when it matters. Whether you operate charters, work as crew, or dive casually, the practical repetition and scenario practice make this class an essential addition to your safety routine.
moderate.
1 day.
Reasonable mobility; ability to kneel, lift up to 15–20 lb (oxygen cylinders) and perform basic CPR tasks.
Divers, dive professionals, boat crew, and shore-based staff who want practical skills to administer oxygen after diving incidents.
The course runs one day with hands-on practice and scenario drills; exact start and end times are provided at booking.
No, prior certification is not required, but basic CPR knowledge accelerates learning and skill practice.
Participants typically receive documentation of course completion; check booking details for the specific credential provided.
Students practice with non-rebreather masks, pocket masks, demand valves, oxygen cylinders, and first-aid oxygen delivery systems commonly used by dive operators.
Ask the instructor in advance; familiar personal regulators or oxygen kits may be useful for role-specific guidance.
The Divers Alert Network (DAN) curriculum has shaped standardized oxygen-first-aid approaches used by dive communities and operators worldwide.
Training emphasizes minimizing disturbance to marine life during rescues and maintaining equipment to prevent leaks and pollution.
Ultimate Scuba LLC is a scuba training and dive excursion provider based in Orlando, FL. The company offers a broad range of SSI and RAID courses, specialty certifications, and guided dives for recreational and technical divers. Courses include foundational programs such as Open Water Diver certifications, advanced specialties like Deep Diving and Extended Range, and technical offerings including Extended Range Sidemount and Decompression Dive training. Instructor-level training and professional development are available, including Assistant Instructor and advanced instructor bundles. Guided dive experiences span local boat diving, night diving and limited visibility sessions, wreck and cavern orientations, two-tank trips, and destination excursions such as a dive excursion in Pompano Beach. Ultimate Scuba LLC supplies accredited curriculum from SSI and RAID, combines classroom learning with practical confined water and open water sessions, and provides essential gear for many courses. The operation is located in Orlando, FL, and serves divers seeking certification, skill refreshers, technical advancement, or recreational dives. Safety protocols emphasize recognized training standards, emergency first aid readiness, and documented specialty training such as Nitrox and Drysuit certifications. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective, listing its course catalog and trip options. Prospective students can expect structured training pathways from beginner Open Water programs to advanced specialties and instructor pathways, with a focus on skill development, conservative dive planning, and buddy-team diving. Ultimate Scuba LLC documents course outlines and certification standards according to SSI and RAID requirements. Contact information and scheduling details are available through The Adventure Collective listing online now.
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