<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>Fin For YourSelf &#187; Safety</title> <atom:link href="http://www.finforyourself.com/topics/dive-safety/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://www.finforyourself.com</link> <description>Our Underwater World</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:37:29 +0000</lastBuildDate> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2</generator> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <item><title>5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/5-11-tactical%c2%ae-knives-recalled-due-to-laceration-hazard/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/5-11-tactical%c2%ae-knives-recalled-due-to-laceration-hazard/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:05:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=2351</guid> <description><![CDATA[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 22, 2009 Release # 10-088 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866)   451-1726 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-79085.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/scuba-regulators-recalled-by-cressi-due-to-risk-of-drowning/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning'>Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard'>SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/09/aqua-lung-recalls-scuba-regulators-and-adapters-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard'>Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/5-11-tactical%c2%ae-knives-recalled-due-to-laceration-hazard/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/scuba-regulators-recalled-by-cressi-due-to-risk-of-drowning/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/scuba-regulators-recalled-by-cressi-due-to-risk-of-drowning/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:56:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=2344</guid> <description><![CDATA[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 23, 2009 Release # 10-092 Firm's   Recall Hotline: (800) 338-9143 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/09/aqua-lung-recalls-scuba-regulators-and-adapters-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard'>Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/09/aqua-lung-recalls-apeks-scuba-diving-regulators-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard'>Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/5-11-tactical%c2%ae-knives-recalled-due-to-laceration-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard'>5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/scuba-regulators-recalled-by-cressi-due-to-risk-of-drowning/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:10:47 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=2266</guid> <description><![CDATA[SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard; One Death Reported WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Diving Air Hose for Dry [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/05/innovative-scuba-concepts-recalls-diving-regulator-components-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard'>Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/09/aqua-lung-recalls-apeks-scuba-diving-regulators-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard'>Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/08/mj-engineering-recalls-swivels-for-scuba-diving-masks-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard'>M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/guardian-full-face-diving-masks-recalled-by-ocean-technology-due-to-visor-separation-hazard/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/guardian-full-face-diving-masks-recalled-by-ocean-technology-due-to-visor-separation-hazard/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:40:22 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[guardian full-face diving mask]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba equipment recall]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=2106</guid> <description><![CDATA[Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled by Ocean Technology Due to Visor Separation Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Guardian Full-Face Masks Units: [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/08/mj-engineering-recalls-swivels-for-scuba-diving-masks-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard'>M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/5-11-tactical%c2%ae-knives-recalled-due-to-laceration-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: 5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard'>5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/12/scuba-regulators-recalled-by-cressi-due-to-risk-of-drowning/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning'>Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/guardian-full-face-diving-masks-recalled-by-ocean-technology-due-to-visor-separation-hazard/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Diving Equipment Recalled by Halcyon Manufacturing Due to Drowning Hazard</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/diving-equipment-recalled-by-halcyon-manufacturing-due-to-drowning-hazard/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/diving-equipment-recalled-by-halcyon-manufacturing-due-to-drowning-hazard/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 17:18:39 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[halcyon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba equipment recall]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=2051</guid> <description><![CDATA[All Halcyon BCDs and lift devices are being recalled due to defective OPVs Scuba diving equipment manufacturer Halcyon has announced a recall of defective BCDs, surface marker buoys (SMBs), lift bags, diver alert markers (DAMs), surf shuttle and diver lift raft inflatable devices. The over pressure valves (OPVs) in the diving equipment could fail allowing the [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/08/mj-engineering-recalls-swivels-for-scuba-diving-masks-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard'>M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard'>SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/05/innovative-scuba-concepts-recalls-diving-regulator-components-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard'>Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/diving-equipment-recalled-by-halcyon-manufacturing-due-to-drowning-hazard/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Mares Nemo Air Dive Computer</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/07/mares-nemo-air-dive-computer/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/07/mares-nemo-air-dive-computer/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:57:19 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba recalls]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://mj.jepsnet.org/?p=1083</guid> <description><![CDATA[ Mares Nemo Air Dive Computer Manufacturer Mares has announced a recall of defective Nemo Air dive computers.  The O-ring on the Nemo Air quick connector can fail, causing the dive computer to start leaking breathing gas, which poses a drowning hazard to the user. According to Mares, "...this issue is covered by the EN250 norm, which requires [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/how-to-buy-the-best-dive-computer-for-you/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: How to Buy the Best Dive Computer For You'>How to Buy the Best Dive Computer For You</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/do-not-buy-a-dive-computer-that-does-not-have-these-features/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Do Not Buy a Dive Computer That Does Not Have These Features!'>Do Not Buy a Dive Computer That Does Not Have These Features!</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/01/scuba-diving-computer-suunto-d9-james-bond-would-want-one/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diving Computer Suunto D9 &#8211; James Bond Would Want One'>Scuba Diving Computer Suunto D9 &#8211; James Bond Would Want One</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/07/mares-nemo-air-dive-computer/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Poseidon Besea W50 Diving Wings</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/06/poseidon-besea-w50-diving-wings/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/06/poseidon-besea-w50-diving-wings/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:59:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba recalls]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://mj.jepsnet.org/?p=1088</guid> <description><![CDATA[ Poseidon Besea W50 Diving Wings (above) and inner bladder (below) Manufacturer Poseidon of Sweden and U.S. distributors Poseidon West, of West Lake Village, Calif., Poseidon Central, of Conroe, Texas, and American Divers Division, of Alexandria Bay, N.Y., have announced a recall of defective Poseidon Besea W50 Diving Wings. The inner bladder located inside the diving wing [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard'>SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/08/mj-engineering-recalls-swivels-for-scuba-diving-masks-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard'>M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/05/innovative-scuba-concepts-recalls-diving-regulator-components-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard'>Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/06/poseidon-besea-w50-diving-wings/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Ambient Pressure Diving Ltd. Rebreather Hoses</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/03/urgent-recall-ambient-pressure-diving-ltd-rebreather-hoses/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/03/urgent-recall-ambient-pressure-diving-ltd-rebreather-hoses/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 03:37:13 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Equipment Recalls]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=618</guid> <description><![CDATA[ Ambient Pressure Diving Ltd. rebreather hoses crimped (above) and uncrimped (below) Manufacturer Ambient Pressure Diving Ltd., of Helston, Cornwall, United Kingdom and U.S. importer Silent Diving Systems LLC, of Center Conway, N.H., have announced a recall of defective rebreather hoses sold on Inspiration, Evolution and Evolution Plus rebreathers.  Due to the failure of the manufacturer (Ambient [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/si-tech-recalls-diving-suit-hoses-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard'>SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/10/guardian-full-face-diving-masks-recalled-by-ocean-technology-due-to-visor-separation-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled'>Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2007/08/mj-engineering-recalls-swivels-for-scuba-diving-masks-due-to-drowning-hazard/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard'>M&amp;J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/03/urgent-recall-ambient-pressure-diving-ltd-rebreather-hoses/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Pre-Dive Safety Check</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/01/pre-dive-safety-check/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/01/pre-dive-safety-check/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:53:05 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Dive Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pre-dive safety check]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=449</guid> <description><![CDATA[How to perform a Buddy Check One of the most important aspect of every dive is to perform a pre-dive safety check, which is known as a buddy check.  Pre-dive safety checks are taught by most certifying organizations.  You should always perform this check with your buddy before beginning any dive. This pre-dive safety check [...]Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/scuba-diving-safety-and-the-importance-of-a-diving-buddy/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diving Safety and the Importance of a Diving Buddy'>Scuba Diving Safety and the Importance of a Diving Buddy</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/scuba-diving-safety-practicing-your-basic-diving-skills/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diving Safety &#8211; Practicing Your Basic Diving Skills'>Scuba Diving Safety &#8211; Practicing Your Basic Diving Skills</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/scuba-diving-safety-and-the-myth-that-anybody-can-dive/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diving Safety and the Myth That Anybody Can Dive'>Scuba Diving Safety and the Myth That Anybody Can Dive</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2009/01/pre-dive-safety-check/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Diver Panic</title><link>http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/10/diver-panic/</link> <comments>http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/10/diver-panic/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 15:35:09 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Diving]]></category> <category><![CDATA[emergencies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fin for yourself]]></category> <category><![CDATA[panic]]></category> <category><![CDATA[risk]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Scuba]]></category> <category><![CDATA[scuba toys]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SCUBA Wetsuits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[wetsuits]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.finforyourself.com/?p=194</guid> <description><![CDATA[Once a diver starts to panic he/she looses all rational thought processes.  In most cases the irrational thinking renders the diver giving self-help almost impossible.  The diver is not able to 'think there way out of a problem..Related posts:<ul><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/10/diving-in-strong-currents/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Diving in Strong Currents'>Diving in Strong Currents</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/scuba-diving-safety-and-the-importance-of-a-diving-buddy/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diving Safety and the Importance of a Diving Buddy'>Scuba Diving Safety and the Importance of a Diving Buddy</a></li><li><a href='http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/06/scuba-diver-training-certification/' rel='bookmark' title='Permanent Link: Scuba Diver Training &amp; Certification'>Scuba Diver Training &amp; Certification</a></li></ul>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.finforyourself.com/2008/10/diver-panic/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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