DomaNitrogen
Contributor
Before i start the post i would like to emphases that I am interested in the theory i dont intend to practice this method if an emergency occurred. And secondly I am not sure if this is the right area to post
I was reviewing my rescue book and I stopped at unconscious diver at the surface who is not breathing. at that point you have to give rescue breath every 5 sec either mouth to mouth, snorkel or using a pocket. Each method has it's advantages.
What if at that point rather then give a breath use the regulator either yours or the victim and every five seconds give a short purge.
In theory this would make the tow much faster and less complex and will work as splash guard.
Also in theory this could cause an issue if the regulator free flows or you give to much gas.
Also if the regulator is not sealed in the victim mouth the air might escape.
I would like to hear about your thoughts ?
is this practice implemented in any agency?
I was reviewing my rescue book and I stopped at unconscious diver at the surface who is not breathing. at that point you have to give rescue breath every 5 sec either mouth to mouth, snorkel or using a pocket. Each method has it's advantages.
What if at that point rather then give a breath use the regulator either yours or the victim and every five seconds give a short purge.
In theory this would make the tow much faster and less complex and will work as splash guard.
Also in theory this could cause an issue if the regulator free flows or you give to much gas.
Also if the regulator is not sealed in the victim mouth the air might escape.
I would like to hear about your thoughts ?
is this practice implemented in any agency?