Air Chamber – Safe Use of Oxygen and BIBS

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Introduction to the Commercial Diving Course: Air Chambers and Safe Use of Oxygen BIBS

Welcome to the Commercial Diving Course focused on Air Chamber and the Safe Use of Oxygen Built-in Breathing Systems (BIBS). This course is designed for divers who seek to deepen their understanding of BIBS, a crucial component in modern diving operations. As you embark on this learning journey, you will explore essential topics that will enhance your skills and ensure your safety underwater.

Course Overview

Throughout this course, we will cover:

Understanding BIBS: What they are and how they function in commercial diving.
Safe Usage Practices: Guidelines for the effective and safe operation of BIBS.
Advantages and Disadvantages: A balanced view of the benefits and potential challenges associated with these systems.
Application for Divers: Techniques for both conscious and unconscious divers.
Therapeutic Oxygen Tables: Their role in treating diving-related conditions.
Problem Solving: Strategies to address common issues with BIBS.
Safety Protocols: Understanding fire hazards, oxygen safety, and equipment maintenance.

Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to:

Operate BIBS safely and efficiently.
Recognise and mitigate risks associated with oxygen use in diving.
Implement emergency procedures effectively.
Understand the therapeutic applications of oxygen in diving scenarios.

Course Features

Lectures 16
Quiz 0
Duration 10 weeks
Skill level All levels
Language English
Students 27
Certificate Yes
Assessments Yes

Garth Edwin Winfield

Greetings and welcome, I am an instructor at The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine. I have been a professional diver since 1996 and have worked extensively in both the commercial and recreational industries. I have specialized mainly in salvage, inspection and potable water systems during my career as an inshore diver. I have a deep passion for teaching and love imparting my knowledge and experience to all of my students and to assist in helping each student find a way to harness and develop their own knowledge and experience in diving. I teach a lot on the Class IV and III programs as well as assist on elements of the Class II program and Chamber Operator program. Additionally, I oversee the Class IV, III and II Learner Supervisor programs at the Academy. I also facilitate a lot of online coaching. If you have any questions or confusions about anything you may learn in the content and would like to ask, please feel free to contact me directly through this platform or via my work email at coaches@divingschool.co.za or my work WhatsApp at +27 73 898 7863 (I may be busy in the classroom or underwater but I will respond in time). I look forward to meeting you on your practical development and helping you find the best direction in your chosen career as a commercial diver.