Knowing how and when to use emergency oxygen is a great skill to have and means you are ready to help others should the need arise. By becoming a PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider, you can breathe easy. You will be able to recognize scuba diving illnesses that are treatable with emergency oxygen, and will be prepared to offer aid.
There are no prerequisites, age restrictions or water sessions required for this course — it is open to everyone. Scuba divers, snorkelers and anyone who is around divers — boat crew, lifeguards, etc. — will benefit from having this training.
You will learn about dive injuries, different types of emergency oxygen equipment and safety considerations when using oxygen. Then you will practice:
• Assembling and disassembling emergency oxygen equipment
• Deploying a non-rebreather mask and a demand inhalator valve on a breathing diver
• Using a pocket mask on a non-breathing diver
Your PADI Instructor will have emergency oxygen units available to use for training and your local dive center can help you purchase your own unit for use after the class. You will also need to have a disposable non-rebreather mask to use during practice sessions, which your instructor can help provide.
Check with me about the gear you will use during this course, and get advice about everything you need in order to dive into your new adventure.
To talk with our PADI Course Director, click below or contact Michael Casey by calling (267) 257-9782.
ContactContact me directly to enroll in the course and get your PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider Manual. Read the manual before class as directed in preparation for skill practice.
