Breathing Gas Contamination: A Case for Education and Maintenance
Breathing gas can become contaminated — so divers should always trust their noses. Read a case summary of contaminated breathing gas and what can be done should it happen to you.
Archives: Diving Incident Reports
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DCS After Six Deep, Recreational Dives
A diver discusses her experiences with decompression sickness after several deep dives.
Left at Sea
Diving with signaling devices, whistles and surface marker buoys can help in certain emergency situations. Read one incident of how SMBs were critical in rescuing divers.
Rebreather Setting Leads to Dangerous Equipment Failure
Photo by Stephen Frink
An equipment failure can be incredibly dangerous. One diver shares their experiences with improper settings of regulator line pressure.
A Momentary Lapse Led to Trauma Diver Undid BCD Straps, Rupturing Tendon
A momentary lapse led to an unintended leg trauma.
Hard-Breathing Regulator Results in Emergency Ascent
If you’re diving deep, it may pay to carry your own regulator that you have tested before.
Diver Suffers Hip Pain During Flight 36 Hours Postdive
When questionable symptoms pop up, seek medical treatment immediately.
Leaking Glove Leads to Ear Barotrauma
Distractions happen to us all. But you need to stay alert and present to avoid emergencies and injuries.
Diver’s Muscle Weakness and Tingling in Legs Indicate Possible Spinal Cord DCI
Muscular leg weakness after a dive should always be treated as an emergency, and divers should receive a full neurological evaluation, first aid oxygen and evacuation to the nearest emergency room.
Mayhem Dive in a Strong Current Leads To Near Drowning and Multiple Injuries
Diving in a current is always a hazardous activity and requires proper risk evaluation, adequate planning and safety measures.