Rescue Diver
The AUSI Rescue Diver course is designed to train divers in self-rescue, scuba diver rescue, diving physiology, oxygen provision, first aid and resuscitation.
Note:
- This course meets the requirements of the DAN Oxygen Provider and some courses may include the relevant DAN certificate.
- Divers who have the AUSI Level IV Scuba Diver award can also be awarded the AUSI Level V Scuba Diver (Master Diver) award.
Prerequisites
Prior to participating on an AUSI Rescue Diver course the participant must:
- Be at least 15 years of age,
- Be medically fit to scuba dive, and
- Be a certified AUSI Level II Scuba Diver (Open Water) or approved equivalent
Training
The course has four components:
- Theory -
six presentations, lesson reviews and test,
- Practical Skills -
three sessions which must be conducted in a pool or enclosed water.
- Resuscitation & Oxygen - three sessions, and
- Ocean Scenarios - one ocean session.
Course Timetable
Below is a suggested
3-day course timetable
for the
AUSI Rescue Diver Course
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| Day 1 |
08:30 |
Introduction |
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09:00 |
Theory – Accident Prevention and Management |
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11:00 |
Practical Training Session 1 |
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13:00 |
Lunch |
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14:00 |
Theory – Respiration and Circulation |
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16:00 |
Practical Training Session 2 |
| Day 2 |
08:00 |
Theory – Life Support Techniques |
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10:00 |
Resuscitation and Oxygen Session 1 |
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12:00 |
Lunch |
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13:00 |
Theory – Diving First Aid (2) |
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15:00 |
Practical Training Session 3 |
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17:00 |
Resuscitation and Oxygen Session 2 |
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| Day 3 |
08:00 |
Theory – Diving Injuries |
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10:00 |
Ocean Scenarios |
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12:00 |
Lunch |
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13:00 |
Theory – General First Aid |
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14:00 |
Resuscitation and Oxygen Session 3 |
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16:00 |
Theory Review |
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17:30 |
De-brief |
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Note: Theory test at a later date |
Scuba Standards, Course Notes, Teaching Guidelines, Course Notes and Instructor Pack
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