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DAN IS HERE FOR YOU
Since 1980, DAN has worked tirelessly to promote diver safety operating the 24/7 DAN Emergency Hotline, conducting dive medical research, and collaborating with stakeholders throughout the industry to establish best practices for safe operations.
Today, thanks to the support of divers, training agencies, dive pros, and dive businesses, DAN is stronger than ever. We are committed to the safety of divers around the world, and we are grateful for your support.
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Bill Ziefle President & CEO
Alert Network
Divers
MEDICAL SERVICES 4 SAFETY SERVICES 6 RESEARCH 8 EDUCATION 10 DIVE ACCIDENT PACKAGES 12 TRAVEL PACKAGES 14 BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP 16 LIABILITY INSURANCE 18 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GEAR 20
MEDICAL SERVICES
DAN’s medical assistance services are available to divers, dive professionals, and health care providers. We offer an emergency hotline, medical information, physician consultations, continuing medical education, and a worldwide referral network of doctors who evaluate and treat divers. We provide real-time assistance during dive emergencies and work to prevent injuries and promote dive safety.
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24/7 EMERGENCY HOTLINE
When you need it most, DAN will be here to help. We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assist you in the event of a dive emergency, no matter where you travel. Languagespecific hotlines are available; see the sidebar for more information.
MEDICAL INFORMATION LINE
DAN staff members are available during regular business hours at +1-919-684-2948 to answer your questions about dive medicine and fitness to dive. Our team of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs offers medical information, referrals, and more via phone and email.
DIVER HEALTH & SAFETY RESOURCES This collection of online resources provides valuable information about the most important aspects of diver health and safety such as cardiovascular health, ears and equalization, decompression sickness, hazardous marine life injuries, and much more.
REFERRAL NETWORK DAN maintains a worldwide network of physicians and chambers that serve the diving public. If you are looking for a dive physical or would like to speak with a dive medicine specialist near you, give us a call at +1-919-684-2948 .
24/7 EMERGENCY HOTLINE
International language- and country-specific hotlines
English: +1-919-684-9111
Spanish: +52-557-100-0540
Portuguese: +55-11-3042-1157
Indonesia: 021-5085-8719
Malaysia: 015-4600-0109
Thailand: 1-800-01-8092
Philippines: 02-8231-3601
Australia: 1-800-088-200
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SAFETY SERVICES
For over 40 years, DAN's primary mission has been to assist injured divers. As part of a global campaign to reduce dive injuries and fatalities, DAN strives to fulfill its vision of making every dive accident- and injury-free by identifying and mitigating risks associated with diving operations.
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DIVER SAFETY DAN offers informational resources on a wide range of health and safety topics. These resources help divers make informed decisions and stay safe before, during, and after dives.
DIVE OPERATION SAFETY DAN works directly with dive operators on a variety of initiatives including hazard identification and risk assessment training, emergency planning tools, and more. We focus on solutions to help owners, operators, and staff identify hazards before they lead to injuries or losses.
CHAMBER SAFETY DAN engages with chambers in a variety of ways.
DAN’s Recompression Chamber Network is a database of chambers that are available to treat injured divers. Our Recompression Chamber Assistance Program (RCAP) supports chambers in need through safety assessments and staff training.
RETURN TO DIVING SAFELY PROGRAM
DAN has created a comprehensive program to help you return to diving safely. If you’ve been out of the water for a while, take time to assess your health and fitness, refresh your skills and equipment, and review your travel plans before your next dives.
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R EVIEW| RE F R E SH | RESUM E R EVIEW| RE F R E SH | RESUM E
RESEARCH
DAN Research supports DAN’s mission of advancing dive safety by promoting evidence-based preventive measures. The DAN research team collaborates with leading scientists and research institutions to address questions about the safety of underwater exploration.
RESEARCH STUDIES
For decades, DAN Research has conducted studies on subjects of practical interest to divers such as flying after diving, preventing decompression illness, and diving with diabetes. These studies, conducted both in the field and in the lab, provide a solid foundation for globally accepted standards of safe diving.
DAN CAN HELP FUND YOUR RESEARCH
PUBLICATION LIBRARY
DAN provides free access to publications, articles, and reports related to dive research, medicine, and safety. You can read DAN’s annual diving reports, risk assessment guides, workshop proceedings, and more.
GRANTS & COLLABORATION
In addition to conducting our own studies, DAN supports and promotes the work of others in the field through collaboration and funding. Our efforts enable us to share knowledge, propose solutions, and reach beyond our limitations to discover innovative ways to improve safety for divers everywhere.
DAN has established a grant program to promote research in various areas related to dive safety, including:
Health and Diving
Decompression Safety
Prevention of Diving Injuries
Treatment of Diving Injuries
We support research that builds strong theory and empirical evidence that contributes to a body of knowledge to improve the safety of divers.
APPLY FOR FUNDING
Scan the QR code below or contact DAN Research at research@dan.org to apply for a grant.
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EDUCATION
Promoting dive safety through education is at the core of DAN’s mission. We offer world-class safety training to divers, dive professionals, dive operators, and medical professionals around the world. DAN Instructors are among the most experienced and capable in the industry.
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E-LEARNING
Learn at your own pace from wherever you are with DAN E-Learning. Whether you want to gain new first aid skills, refine the safety of your dive operation, or better educate your students about dive safety or diving science, DAN has a course for you.
SHOWS & EVENTS DAN offers a variety of educational opportunities throughout the year. Whether you’re a medical professional, a diver, or a dive business owner, we hope to see you at an upcoming continuing medical education course, dive safety webinar, or trade show.
BECOME A DAN INSTRUCTOR
When you become a DAN Instructor you can help build a more skilled and better trained community of divers. As a DAN Instructor, the possibilities for professional growth are endless.
CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION
Each year DAN presents two diving and hyperbaric medicine courses for physicians and other medical professionals, highlighting the latest scientific literature in the field, lectures, and case studies.
DAN FIRST AID COURSES
Basic Life Support: CPR and First Aid (BLS)
Emergency Oxygen for Scuba Diving Injuries (EO2)
Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro)
PREPARED DIVER COURSE
Available via DAN E-Learning, our free Prepared Diver course includes five video modules, each covering one of the five main triggers of dive accidents. Prepared Diver helps reinforce divers’ need to:
Respect their limits
Be aware of their air
Pay attention to their ears
Maintain good buoyancy
Control their ascents
The perfect complement to any training course, Prepared Diver is a great tool to help your customers avoid accidents and help you mitigate risk.
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DIVE ACCIDENT ASSISTANCE PACKAGES
DAN World’s Dive Accident Assistance Packages combine traditional DAN membership benefits with dive accident assistance benefits. It's all the coverage you expect from DAN, packaged for your convenience. Dive confidently knowing you have the world's leading dive safety organization on your side.
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DIVE ACCIDENT ASSISTANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Pays 100% of eligible expenses up to plan limits
Plans recognized worldwide (Master & Preferred)
Combines DAN World membership benefits with dive accident assistance benefits
PROTECT AGAINST THE COSTS OF A DIVE ACCIDENT
ACCIDENT MEDICAL EXPENSE COVERAGE Coverage for hyperbaric chamber treatment, physician and hospital charges, and emergency transportation by ground, air, or marine ambulance
ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT Coverage for loss of life or limb resulting from a covered diving accident
PERMANENT & TOTAL DISABILITY Coverage if permanently unable to return to work due to a covered diving accident
EXTRA TRANSPORTATION & ACCOMMODATION Coverage for airfare, hotels, meals, and incidentals if your return travel is delayed due to treatment prescribed by a doctor
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Membership-Coverage NEW DIVE ACCIDENT ASSISTANCE PACKAGES US $65 Per Year/Per Person Local Diver (Domestic) US $100 Per Year/Per Person Master (Worldwide) US $125 Per Year/Per Person Preferred (Worldwide) Dive Accident Medical Expenses Up To US$50,000 LT Up To US$125,000 LT Up To US$250,000 PO Emergency Evacuation Up to US$10,000 Up to US$150,000 Up to US$150,000 Permanent & Total Disability N/A Up to US$10,000 Up to US$25,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment N/A Up to US$10,000 Up to US$25,000 Extra Transportation N/A Up to US$1,000 Up to US$5,000 Extra Accommodation N/A Up to US$1,000 Up to US$5,000 Diving Vacation Cancellation N/A N/A Up to US$5,000 Diving Vacation Interruption N/A N/A Up to US$5,000 Age 8–70 8–70 8–70
LT (lifetime maximum); PO (per occurrence)
TRAVEL ASSISTANCE PACKAGES
DAN World Travel Assistance packages provide protection against the costs of nondiving medical emergencies, cancellations, and lost or delayed baggage while on a covered trip. They're the perfect complement to your dive accident assistance package.
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PLANS INCLUDE
MEDICAL PROTECTION
Travel confidently knowing you have medical coverage, Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage, and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage if you need help.
TRAVEL PROTECTION
Help reduce travel headaches with Trip Cancellation and Interruption coverage for causes unrelated to any dive activities.
WHICH TRIPS ARE COVERED?
BAGGAGE PROTECTION
Baggage and Baggage Delay coverage are essential for lost, damaged, stolen, or delayed bags on a trip.
All recreational trips during your policy year dates are included when you travel more than 80 km from home. Maximum trip length is 90 days. If you want to upgrade to add a travel assistance package, please contact our customer service team today.
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Annual Travel Assistance Package Premium US $150 Per Year/Per Person Master Travel US $225 Per Year/Per Person Preferred Travel Medical Expenses from Accident/Sickness Up To US$50,000 Up To US$100,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Up to US$10,000 Up to US$25,000 Permanent & Total Disability Up to US$10,000 Up to US$25,000 Trip Cancellation Up to US$1,500 Up to US$2,500 Trip Interruption Up to US$1,500 Up to US$2,500 Baggage Coverage Up to US$1,500 Up to US$2,500 Baggage Delay Up to US$250 Up to US$500 Age 8–70 8–70
BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP
DAN offers dive operators access to risk mitigation and safety programs designed to protect both divers and dive businesses. With support services, accident prevention programs, and emergency management tools, DAN Business Membership provides the resources you need to realize our shared vision of making every dive accident- and injury-free.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Enroll your entry-level students in DAN World's Student Membership program, which provides up to US$25,000 in dive accident coverage for injuries sustained during entry-level open water training.
REWARDS PROGRAM Earn US$5 to $20 for every diver you refer to DAN World who becomes a new member, depending on which coverage package they purchase. DAN World provides Business Members with digital banners, QR codes, and text links for their website, social media, and e-newsletters with custom links to make these programs work for you.
DISCOUNTS ON OXYGEN AND FIRST AID KITS Receive preferred pricing on oxygen units, first aid kits, training tools, and safety products.
RISK MITIGATION TOOLS DAN’s publications, educational resources, and risk assessment programs provide expert guidance for mitigating risk in your dive operation.
RESOURCES FOR YOUR DIVE CUSTOMERS AND STUDENTS DAN’s health and safety resources are perfect for sharing with your students, new divers, and those in need of a refresher.
RESOURCES FOR ALL DIVE PROS
Member, all dive professionals can still access valuable resources and risk mitigation tools for yourself and your students.
Even if you’re not a DAN Business Member, all dive professionals can still access valuable resources and risk mitigation tools for yourself and your students.
Plus, all dive professionals qualify for preferred rates on oxygen units, first aid kits, and professional liability insurance.
Plus, all dive professionals qualify for preferred rates on oxygen units and first aid kits. World.DAN.org/
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LIABILITY INSURANCE
you trust DAN Risk Retention Group, you’re backed by more than an insurance policy. You’re supported by an organization that has reinvested over $100 million in dive safety. Subject to the terms, conditions, and limitations of DAN World Insurance Group SP Policy PL110 (22 June 2023), GPL110 (22 June 2023). Coverage is not available in all countries. DAN World Insurance Group SP is a wholly owned subsidiary of Divers Alert Network, with offices at c/o Artex Risk Group, 3rd Floor, Willow House, Cricket Square, 171 Elgin Ave., PO Box 10233, Grand Cayman KY1-1002 Cayman Islands. 18
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COVERAGE IN SELECT CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES AND U.S. TERRITORIES
Liability insurance coverage is now available for dive professionals and operators located in select Caribbean countries and U.S. territories through DAN World Insurance Group SP, a wholly owned subsidiary of Divers Alert Network.
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
Coverage up to US$1 million per claim / US$2 million aggregate
For individual dive pros
Recognized by all training agencies
Affordable, low premiums
GROUP PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
Coverage up to US$1 million per claim / US$2 million aggregate
For all dive pros on staff
Protect all pros on one policy
Worldwide protection
THERE ARE SO MANY REASONS WHY PROS CHOOSE DAN
In-house medical, legal, and risk mitigation support teams
Recognized by all training agencies
Worldwide coverage
Affordable annual premiums
Annual policies can be purchased any time during the year
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EME RGENCY RESPONSE GEAR
Every day, divers and emergency medical personnel around the world trust DAN’s oxygen units and first aid kits to perform in an emergency. That’s because DAN’s products have been developed, tested, and refined with input from leading doctors and researchers to meet the unique needs of the diving community.
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RESCUE PAK EXTENDED CARE
The Rescue Pak Extended Care oxygen unit can be outfitted with one or two Jumbo D cylinders that deliver approximately 50 minutes of oxygen each. This unit comes complete with a brass multifunction regulator, demand valve with hose, non-rebreather mask, oronasal resuscitation mask, and waterproof SKB case.
TRUSTED WORLDWIDE
Every day, divers and emergencyresponse personnel around the world trust DAN’s oxygen units and first aid kits to perform in an emergency. That’s because DAN’s products have been developed, tested, and refined with input from leading doctors and researchers to meet the unique needs of the diving community. Be ready to respond. Explore DAN.org/Store to make sure you are prepared with the latest safety equipment to effectively handle any dive emergency.
RESCUE PAK EXTENDED CARE PLUS
The Rescue Pak Extended Care Plus oxygen unit features a Jumbo D cylinder that delivers approximately 50 minutes of oxygen. Its compact, wheeled design enables this kit to be quickly deployed in any situation. This unit includes a brass multifunction regulator, demand valve with hose, non-rebreather mask, oronasal resucitation mask, and waterproof SKB case.
To ensure you receive your DAN Business Member or Professional Member discount, instead of placing your order online, email us for a quote at info@world.dan.org.
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RESCUE PAK HARD CASE
Compact design for easy storage
Ideal for locations closer to assistance
Demand valve or MTV-100
EMERGENCY RESPONSE KIT
Full emergency oxygen kit
Triangular bandages and combine pads
Gauze, surgical tape, pressure bandages
RESCUE PAK EXTENDED CARE PLUS WITH FIRST AID
Includes oxygen and first aid supplies
Includes non-rebreather and oronasal masks
Updated First Aid Version 3.0 slates
FIRST AID BACKPACK WITH OXYGEN
Lightweight design for easy transport
Adjustable backpack straps
First aid supplies for a range of injuries
DUAL RESCUE PAK EXTENDED CARE
Contains approximately 100 minutes of oxygen
Ideal for locations farther away from assistance
Demand valve or MTV available
TRAUMA BACKPACK
Waterproof exterior, padded backstraps and strong handle.
Three external pockets
Removable zip-top case keeps all supplies together and accessible
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COAST GUARD COMPLETE HARD CASE
Meets USCG standards for small passenger vessels
Waterproof case for marine environments
Compact watertight hard case, 11” x 10” x 7”
MARINE MEDKIT V2
Compact soft EVA case, 10” x 7” x 3”
Features a water-resistant pouch with handle and clear storage compartments
First aid supplies for a wide variety of injuries
GRAB AND GO TRAVEL PACK
Compact soft EVA case, 8” x 6” x 3”
Features zippered pockets and basic first aid supplies for minor injuries
Ideal for one or two people.
DAN EMERGENCY HOTLINE
English: +1-919-684-9111
Spanish: +52-557-100-0540
Portuguese: +55-11-3042-1157
Indonesia: 021-5085-8719
Malaysia: 015-4600-0109
Thailand: 1-800-01-8092
Philippines: 02-8231-3601
Australia: 1-800-088-200
WEBSITE World.DAN.org
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LATIN AMERICA & CARIBBEAN
Phone: +1-202-470-0929 (English)
Phone: +52-55-8421-9866 (Spanish)
Email: info@world.dan.org
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