Medical Policy

Here at Abyss Scuba School, your safety is our greatest priority.

Prior to all diving activities and courses with us, you will be required to read and complete a
medical questionnaire that will identify any pre-existing condition which may affect your
safety while diving. You will be sent a copy of this when you book.

A positive response to any of the questions in the form would mean that you must seek to
obtain a written/signed medical clearance from a physician prior to engaging in in-water
activities. If you answer ‘No’ to each question, then we do not require a note from a
physician. If you would prefer to seek the opinion of a professional dive medic then please
visit the London Hyperbaric Chamber website.

A written/signed medical clearance from a diving physician is required for the following
medical conditions:

 

• History of heart surgery, heart disease, heart attack or stroke (CVA)

• History of high blood pressure combined with a prescription for “betablockers” to

• regulate hypertension

• History of lung surgery, pneumothorax or collapsed lung

• Asthma, if a client generally carries an emergency inhaler

• History of epilepsy, convulsions or fainting

• History of diabetes

• History of diving accident or having diving sickness (such as DCS)

 

All of the above are potentially life-threatening medical conditions when scuba diving,
therefore, we will accept a medical clearance only from a proper diving physician.

For all other medical situations which would merit a ‘Yes’ answer on the medical
questionnaire, a medical clearance from a certified doctor in general will suffice.
These steps are taken with your safety in mind and in an attempt to reduce the risk of injury
or death whilst diving.

For more information contact info@abyss-scuba.co.uk
Please note that Abyss Scuba School maintains the right to refuse to allow a customer to
dive based on medical or any other reason.

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