Evaluation of fatal diving accidents in Turkey

Koca E., Sam B., Arican N., Toklu A. S.

UNDERSEA AND HYPERBARIC MEDICINE, vol.45, no.6, pp.633-638, 2018 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 45 Issue: 6
  • Publication Date: 2018
  • Journal Name: UNDERSEA AND HYPERBARIC MEDICINE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.633-638
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

In any kind of diving there is a risk of accidents, as the move from the topside environment to underwater can affect a diver's physiological and psychological condition. It is important to investigate dive accidents to clarify the causative factors and determine preventive measures.