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D A N
C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
FIRST-AID TRAINING AT
YOUR FINGERTIPS
DAN first-aid students now have a digital
option for obtaining course material. The
e-book editions of DAN’s first-aid student
handbooks are compatible with iOS,
Android and Kindle devices and contain
all of the materials from the printed
editions of the first-aid manuals along
with the following additional features to
enhance functionality:
• Each book automatically sizes to
accommodate each device’s screen.
• Each table of contents is linked by
chapter.
• Each e-book ends with its associated
first-aid slate for easy access.
• Readers can select fonts, resize
text and enlarge images for closer
inspection.
• Readers can bookmark key information
or embed notes for easy reference.
• Readers can choose between full-
screen, book or scrolling format options
for their reading experience.
DAN first-aid student e-books are
available through DAN Instructors. To
begin your incident prevention and
management training, find an instructor
near you at DAN.org/Training.
ONLINE VIDEO SERIES:
“DEFINING DIVE SAFETY”
Dive accidents seldom result from a sin-
gle mistake; instead they typically occur
due to a series of events. If the chain
of events can be positively disrupted
or prevented, the number of accidents
can be reduced. Thus it is crucial to
recognize the potential problems and
the appropriate steps for prevention and
intervention.
Using dive-accident and fatality data,
DAN identified some common elements
that contribute to the majority of mis-
haps. Divers can enhance their safety by
improving these fundamentals.
In “Defining Dive Safety,” DAN
Medical Information Specialist Marty
McCafferty discusses the most com-
mon contributing factors in dive
accidents and provides critical insight
into recognizing and preventing dan-
gerous scenarios. Visit YouTube.com/
DiversAlertNetworkTV to learn more.
DIVE SHOWS AND EVENTS
Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show
Feb. 20-22: Toronto, Ontario
Many divers also enjoy exploring
the great outdoors by hiking, biking,
climbing mountains or paddling above
the surface. Join fellow outdoor
adventure enthusiasts at Canada’s
ninth annual showcase of gear and
adventure travel. Dive into all of
your hobbies at once; discover new
adventure destinations and the gear
you need to get you there.
Our World–Underwater
Feb. 27–March 1: Rosemont, Ill.
Join the DAN team for a day of
seminars, safety discussions and
workshops at the Midwest’s largest
dive expo. Make sure to ask about our
new and improved travel insurance
program, plus don’t miss the crowd
favorite — the CPR Challenge.
Performed at the DAN booth, it’s the
ideal opportunity to test your CPR skills
while you compete for prizes. Bring
your DAN membership card and photo
ID to receive $5 off daily admission.
Boston Sea Rovers Show
March 6-8: Boston, Mass.
This weekend-long clinic features
more than 40 seminars, a film festival,
advanced training and specialized
workshops from industry experts. At
the DAN booth, we will showcase our
new dive-accident coverage, travel
insurance programs and Health and
Diving resources. We can also assist
you with your membership renewal.
Beneath the Sea
March 27-29: Secaucus, N.Y.
Save the date for your “DAN Dive
Safety Day” at Beneath the Sea,
America’s largest consumer dive
and travel show. Prepare for the
season with a day of total dive-
safety immersion. Leading experts
will present a series of interactive
and engaging seminars that focus
on essential incident prevention and
management information to help you
dive smarter. Visit the DAN booth to
try the CPR Challenge, review our new
programs and products, renew your
membership or simply say hello. Bring
your DAN membership card and photo
ID to receive $5 off show admission.
RESEARCH AND
MEDICAL EVENTS
Dive Safety Seminars
Dec. 3: Durham, N.C.
The DAN team presents “Does Sex
Matter in Diving?” during a special safety
seminar evening at DAN headquarters.
This session addresses special
considerations for female divers and
considers whether sex affects diving risk.
Topics will include decompression safety,
thermal stress, pregnancy, breast cancer,
menopause and others.
BOAT SHOWS
Miami International Boat Show
Feb. 12-16: Miami, Fla.
To promote “Safety on Land and at
Sea,” DAN is extending its safety
and insurance programs as well
as its products to protect all water
enthusiasts. Stop by the DAN booth to
check out DAN’s new marine safety
products for 2015, and find out how
DAN can help you wherever your
aquatic adventures take you.
D A N
E D U C AT I O N S P O T L I G H T
