Inflator Valve Stuck, Causing Rapid Ascent
This diver’s quick reactions prevented a more serious situation developing. Orally inflating a BCD is a basic skill taught in open water diver courses.
Archives: Diving Incident Reports
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Rebreather Diver Bails Out Due to Frequent Solenoid Firing
An omitted cell check on a re-breather leads to a near miss after frequent solenoid firing warns the diver to bail out.
A Runaway Ascent in a Dry Suit
The key to avoiding a feet-high inversion in a dry suit is to have only enough air in the drysuit to prevent the suit squeezing the diver.
CCR Diver Develops Immersion Pulmonary Edema
The diver was experienced but improperly prepared for the thermal stress of the dive. The equipment improvisation may or may not have contributed to the event.
Inverted on the Descent Line
Divers with disabilities need able-bodied buddies who are aware of their condition and trained to assist them. There are a number of agencies that provide such training.
A Flood Without Flotation
A rebreather diver failed to test her rig after valve replacement. Her rig flooded, leaving her without buoyancy and breathing gas.
An Ear Barotrauma Prevented Further Diving on Trip
Depth changes proved problematic for this diver’s ears. This is indeed a real consideration when diving on a reef with a variable profile of depths. Frequently changing depths may be an issue with inert gas uptake as we are taught to avoid “saw-toothed” profiles.
A Regulator Hose Rupture Could Be Prevented
If it doesn’t look right, it is probably not right. A regulator hose ruptures at 30 feet, causing the diver to make a free ascent.
Diving on Empty
Omitting the predive check could have cost this diver his life. The predive check will verify that there is enough breathing gas in the tank and that the regulator works fine.
Heavy Currents Contribute to Serious Head Injury
Heavy seas create problems for a diabetic diver who nearly drowns after a ladder hits his head.
