Scuba Diving Safety:
Emergency Prep, Medical Risks & Recovery

Dive safety need not be just an abstract goal. It can be a set of habits, redundancies, and shared expectations that reduce the chance of something going wrong and improve your ability to respond if it does.

This section focuses on real-world safety practices, not marketing slogans. You’ll find guidance on preparing for emergencies, recovering from incidents, understanding medical factors, and managing risk through awareness and decision-making.

Topics Covered

Risk Awareness

Summary pending.

• Risk vs hazard
• Psychological safety
• Situational awareness
• Human factors in diving

Emergency Preparedness

Summary pending.

• Emergency action plans
• Pre-dive briefings and check-in systems
• Surface signaling and redundancy
• Post-incident debriefs
• Heat/cold/dehydration recovery