Fuad El-Hibri serves as executive chairman of the board at Emergent BioSolutions, Inc., which produces vaccines and therapeutics that address infectious and autoimmune diseases for the global market. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Fuad El-Hibri enjoys several outdoor activities, including scuba diving. The following are some safety rules of recreational diving for beginners.
-Always take a partner when you dive, preferably someone with experience. Breathe normally at all times to keep oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide in balance.
-In order to avoid keeping too much nitrogen or oxygen in your body, slow down and enjoy the view while you are ascending. Making a safety stop at 15 feet or half your maximum depth helps reduce nitrogen. Do not stay down longer than you had planned.
-Shallow waters are most suitable for beginners, since there is more light from the surface. The shallower your dive, the longer you can remain underwater.
-Be sure to have a knowledgeable person check your equipment regularly. It is also a good idea to pace yourself and avoid dives for which you have not trained. Seek the advice of professionals when you intend to dive deeper or do technical diving.
-Always take a partner when you dive, preferably someone with experience. Breathe normally at all times to keep oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide in balance.
-In order to avoid keeping too much nitrogen or oxygen in your body, slow down and enjoy the view while you are ascending. Making a safety stop at 15 feet or half your maximum depth helps reduce nitrogen. Do not stay down longer than you had planned.
-Shallow waters are most suitable for beginners, since there is more light from the surface. The shallower your dive, the longer you can remain underwater.
-Be sure to have a knowledgeable person check your equipment regularly. It is also a good idea to pace yourself and avoid dives for which you have not trained. Seek the advice of professionals when you intend to dive deeper or do technical diving.
