EFR = Emergency First Response



Core Positioning

• This is not a diving course. It is an internationally recognized civilian first aid certification, comparable to Red Cross first aid training.

• Objective: Equip ordinary people to perform CPR and first aid safely and effectively before professional help arrives.

• Duration: 1 full day. No diving experience required.

• Minimum age: 10 years old.
  

Course Content (Two Modules)

1. Primary Care

• Scene assessment & use of protective barriers

• CPR for adults, children and infants

• Operation of AED (Automated External Defibrillator)

• Relief of airway obstruction (Heimlich maneuver)

• Management of severe bleeding, shock and spinal injuries

2. Secondary Care (First Aid)

• Wound dressing, splinting for dislocations and fractures, burn care

• Spinal injury evacuation, treatment for heat exhaustion and hypoglycemia

• Scene assessment, protective isolation & patient evaluation

Why EFR is Mandatory for Divers

• PADI Rescue Diver: EFR (or equivalent certification) is a compulsory prerequisite.

• Divemaster & IDC Instructor Candidates: A valid EFR certificate is required.

• Most diving incidents happen on the surface or onboard boats. EFR skills can save lives.

Certificate Notes

• Internationally recognized, valid for 2 years. Recertification is required upon expiry.

• Many dive shops offer combined EFR + Rescue Diver courses within one day.