communication with the victim and ask him/her what the problem is and how they would like you to assist. If the victim does not respond or is in a hysterical state, it is very important to not approach the victim if not properly trained as they might pull you underwater. When encountering a panicked victim it is advisable to stay out of reach of the victim until such time as he or she gets tired (which usually isn’t long in such situations). It is also critically important to note that you should only approach a victim with their permission. Make sure that you are in clear sight of the victim so as to not surprise them suddenly and cause a stressed reaction. If the victim is responsive and


communication is clear, the situation will immediately become relatively less complex as you are now able to pinpoint exactly what the problem is and how you can assist. It should always be


remembered that the positive thing about a surface recue is that you do not have the added pressure of dealing with a diminishing air supply, which gives you enough time to clearly think of a plan of action. Use this time to think of a plan that will be safe to execute and


ensure the safety of both the victim and the rescuer. Before entering the water,


if possible, get someone to act as service support and observe the rescue in order for them to be able to call for additional help should the need arise. When approaching the victim, be aware of your surroundings in order to not expose yourself to any unnecessary danger, thus leading to becoming a victim yourself and escalating the emergency situation. Upon reaching the victim,


positive buoyancy should first be established before continuing to assist the victim. Once buoyancy is established, the victim is calm and the situation resolved, the victim should be brought or assisted out of the water where other people and emergency personnel can start to assist the diver if he or she is in need of more assistance. Surface rescue, as with any


other rescue situation, requires you to have a good understanding of your scuba diving abilities as well as a clear plan of action. It also requires the rescuer to stay calm and to assess the scenario objectively in order to make clear and accurate decisions, thus enabling the rescuer to respond appropriately.


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