Diving Accident

• Keep the casualty lying down
• Give 100% oxygen by tight fitting mask
• Rehydrate with electrolyte solution, or best possible alternative, e.g., sports drinks, water, etc.
• Keep the patient comfortable

Sea Diving: Call the Coastguard, DSC or VHF Channel 16/ Dial 999 (24 hrs).

Then call the

National Diving Accident Helpline on 07831 151 523 (24 hrs) in England and Wales or 0345 408 6008 in Scotland.

If the patient is seriously unwell or deteriorating rapidly, inform the emergency services promptly by Dialing 999 on land or VHF Channel 16 if at sea. or proceed to Accident and Emergency Department at Nobles Hospital, Strang, Isle of Man. 

On Land: Please contact the Emergency Services Dial 999 (24 hrs)

PLEASE NOTE CURRENTLY THE FACILITY IN THE ISLE OF MAN IS CLOSED SO PLEASE CONTACT THE EMEGENCY SERVICES AS ABOVE. AN UPDATE ON THIS PAGE WILL BE MADE WHEN THE FACILITY IS OPEN.