Practice a calm, organized response to suspected dive injuries.
Injury Recognition
Identify warning signs associated with diving injuries and illnesses that may require emergency oxygen.
Equipment Assembly
Practice assembling and disassembling an emergency oxygen unit correctly.
Oxygen Delivery
Practice using non-rebreather masks and demand inhalator valves with a breathing patient.
Non-Breathing Patient Care
Practice the use of a pocket mask as part of the appropriate response for a non-breathing patient.
How the no-water-session course works.
Recognize when oxygen may help
Review diving injuries, warning signs, emergency action priorities and oxygen fundamentals.
Practice with the equipment
Assemble the unit and practice selecting and deploying appropriate oxygen-delivery equipment.
Apply the skills in scenarios
Use realistic practice situations to organize your response and build confidence with the procedures.
What does the course cover and what is additional?
Emergency oxygen training essentials
- Instructor-led knowledge and practical training
- Emergency oxygen equipment practice
- No water session required
Taxes and course-specific costs
- 12.5% Government Sales Tax
- Course learning materials when applicable
- Any optional pickup arranged with BPDC
Ask BPDC to confirm the current course schedule, location and whether any learning materials are additional before booking.
Who can take this specialty?
PADI and BPDC list no age restriction, certification prerequisite or water session for this course. It is suitable for divers, boat crew, lifeguards and others who spend time around the water.
Emergency Oxygen Provider questions.
Do I need to be a certified diver?
No. Emergency Oxygen Provider is open to divers and non-divers.
Is there a minimum age?
PADI and BPDC list no age restriction for this course.
Is a water session required?
No. The course uses knowledge development and hands-on emergency oxygen equipment practice without an in-water session.
Is GST included in the listed price?
No. The listed price is subject to 12.5% GST.