Automated External Defibrillators and CPR

From the Triton a very good article about defibrillators!


"The vast majority of the larger boats have AEDs, Automated External Defibrillators. But how many of these AEDs are working properly and how many crew know when and how to use this life-saving device?

Here are a few simple questions to ask your crewmates to see who is ready to use an AED.  
First, what is an AED and how does it work?
An Automated External Defibrillator, or AED, is a portable, battery operated electronic device about the size of a laptop computer. The AED automatically diagnoses the potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia in a victim. It is able to treat the patient with an electrical shock which stops the arrhythmia, and allows the heart to re-establish an effective rhythm.
Why do we need an AED on board? Can’t we just do CPR?
According to the American Heart Association, more than 325,000 people in the United States die each year from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Without the AED, the chances of surviving SCA in the United States are very small – less than five percent. However, if the AED is applied to the victim quickly, their odds increase to between 70 and 90 percent. Sudden cardiac arrest, which is the leading cause of death in the United States, kills more people than breast cancer, lung cancer, and HIV/AIDS combined. Currently, 95 percent of all cardiac arrest victims die.

If defibrillation is so important, why should I perform CPR?
CPR helps circulate oxygen rich blood to the victim's heart and brain. This circulation delays both brain death and the death of heart muscle. CPR buys time until the AED arrives plus, CPR also makes the heart more likely to respond to defibrillation.
How often will the AED shock someone?
AEDs programmed with the current 2010 CPR guidelines analyze the victim every two minutes. This means that the AED could potentially deliver a shock once every two minutes. It may not shock every time because each time it analyzes the victim to determine if a shock is necessary.
Can I hurt the victim with the AED?
No. AEDs are designed to only shock someone in cardiac arrest. By using one, you can only help.
Can the AED hurt the rescuer if used improperly?
If you are touching the victim while a shock is being delivered, it is possible to get hurt. Always make certain that no one is touching, directly or indirectly. Indirectly means you are connected to the victim by either water or metal.
Can AEDs be used to treat children?
Yes, for children in cardiac arrest, AEDs with pediatric pads or a pediatric key, should be used. If an AED with pediatric capabilities is not available, standard AED pads should be used. Please note – if children are present on your vessel you should have the right tool for the job. Purchase pediatric AED electrode pads.
Should I take off the patient's clothing before using the AED?
The chest should be exposed to allow placement of the AED electrode pads. A woman's bra should be removed and all necklaces and chains should be moved out of the way. You may need to cut off clothing to save time.
Can I place the AED electrode pads directly on a hairy chest?
The AED electrode pads must be placed directly on clean, dry skin. If the chest is hairy it may prevent good adhesion of the electrode pads. If there is a lot of hair you must quickly shave them. If the chest is wet or oily, quickly dry it. Please note – only the areas where the pads are to be placed must be shaved or dried.
How much does an Automated External Defibrillator cost?
AEDs range in price between $1200 and $1700. Please note - buying a used AED or buying one from a salesperson with little knowledge about the AED, is not recommended. These are life saving devices – if they fail, your patient dies. Talk to an expert that has actual hands on experience using AEDs.
We do a lot of diving, should we have an AED on the tender?
Yes, you want to apply the AED as quickly as possible. For each minute that passes, a victim's odds of survival drop approximately 10 percent. Imagine how long it takes to pull a diver from the water onto the tender, bring them to the main ship and then shock them? Having an AED on the tender is a must.
How often should we test or inspect our AED?
At minimum you should inspect your AED, battery and pads on a monthly basis. You should record this inspection in your logbook with the other safety inspections you conduct.
Who should I call if our AED needs service?
Call or e-mail the CPR School, or other knowledgeable AED service provider with questions. Often we can troubleshoot and do not charge for the communication.
In summary, make certain you have a properly functioning AED onboard. If you take the tender out often, you should consider an additional AED for the tender. CPR AED training is also very important."

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Aquascan Storm - rescue boat

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Aquascan Storm - Rescue boat: The task was very challenging and every one was on edge until the boat fitted like a glove! This is the first Aquascan Storm Rescue model...

Aquascan Storm - rescue boat

The task was very challenging and every one was on edge until the boat fitted like a glove!
This is the first Aquascan Storm Rescue model in this size. It was created and custom built for the Motor Yacht Jems (Heesen Yacht).

The boat was made following the specification of the customer! The hull is in fiberglass and Kevlar. Tubes are in hypalon  neoprene 1600 deniers.
The boat is equipped with an outboard engine, the prop is protected by a guard in nylon not only to prevent damages to the propeller but most important to avoid injury to crew and patrons.

Aquascan F16 Super Charger and Sprinter F14

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Rigid inflatable boat Runner 15 Aquascan.

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Rigid inflatable boat Runner 15 Aquascan.

Rigid inflatable boat Runner 15 Aquascan.

Aquascan Cobra 16 diesel jet.

Aquascan Sprinter 12 in Pershing 64.

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Jet Tenders and rigid hull inflatables!

World of inflatable boats, Jets and RIB Tenders: Jet Tenders and rigid hull inflatables!: What makes Aquascan different?? To better serve their customers, Aquascan is on a constant pursuit for perfection. “Good Enough”  ...

World of RIB inflatable Jets and Tenders: High speed test of jet boats!

World of RIB inflatable Jets and Tenders: High speed test of jet boats!: Working or having fun?                       As I promised these is the follow up of the high speed test of the jet Sprinter Superc...

High speed test of jet boats!

Working or having fun?                      

As I promised these is the follow up of the high speed test of the jet Sprinter Supercharger F 16.

The day was not the best one for filming from the air but we are used to work with what is available weather wise in Florida.

The photographer; Very courageous (my point of view) was taking pictures from the helicopter with no door to shield him.
The performance of the jet 16 was as we expected very good. The girls are learning how the boats perform at high speed and they are really enjoying the ride.
They say that this is consider working. I am not convinced about that! They are having a lot of fun!
We have also used the Sprinter F 14 for a ride and it is always amazing the way this boat handles the waves and the speed.

The wind was kind of strong so even if the test was in a lake the water was choppy.
The 14 jet is powered with a Yamaha jet 110 HP
The 16 is powered by a Yamaha 220 HP supercharger.
The deep V hull of the both tenders are really well designed giving optimum maneuverability to the boat. The water spry is kept to a minimum so guests on board do not get over spry; very convenient if you are taking them to dinner or at shore. 

Jet Supercharger F16

FROM GOOD TO AWESOME!

We are testing the new Supercharger F 16 jet.

This is the new 2013 model of Supercharger 16.
The hull is made in Kevlar/carbon fiber. The engine is a Yamaha 215 HP four stroke Supercharger.

The seating configuration was change to accommodate 8 persons comfortably seating !
Each boat made at Aquascan is entirely custom. The needs and desire of the customer are taking in consideration prior starting the construction of each tender.

Usually the tenders are use to take guests from the yacht to shore but the versatility  of the boat let the guest go for a ride or wake boarding or scuba diving.

 We have test the boat with a very demanding wake boarding athlete and he was pleasantly surprise by the performance of the jet boat!

We have taken a short video when two mates where testing the tender at slow speed.

http://youtu.be/ocbQol4atmA

This is the YouTube link. Tomorrow we are doing a fast speed test so I will share the new video.

It will be from the air too, that is if the photographer has the guts to fly from an helicopter with NO door!

Not only boating

Sun set from Florida

 I like to share some picks from our sunny Florida!

Yacht tenders and jet boats!

A luxury yacht tender is a transport used to service and to provide support and entertainment to a private or charter yacht. Known commonly as the 'yacht's tender' a luxury yacht tender will often be a rigid inflatable (RIB) which features cushioned inflatable rubber inner tubes around its rigid hull to protect the yacht when in close contact.

Other types of luxury yacht tender include inflatable boats, which are almost completely synthetic rubber or plastic; center console boats, and also rigid inflatable boats (RIB's) which are usually constructed from materials such as fiberglass, wood, steel or aluminum with inflatable synthetic rubber or plastic pontoons. Multifunction dinghies have recently become available as yacht tenders. These dinghies can be rowed, motored, or sailed, and they also function as proactive lifeboats. Tenders are usually powered by outboard motor engines or inboard engines burning either gasoline or diesel. They use either propellers or more recently impellers as utilized by water jet boats.

Luxury yacht tenders like other types of ship's tender, often used to transport supplies and personnel, are also used for the entertainment and pleasure of the yacht's passengers. Accordingly, the tenders will be employed as pleasure craft or speed boats and for water skiing, wake boarding and also to transport and service leisure scuba set diving.

A jet tender entering the yacht garage.

Yacht tenders are also used as safety boats in case of an emergency, they will not substitute the life raft but it is a nice addition to the safety equipment on board.

In recent years there has been increased development in the luxury yacht tender market. There is now greater importance given to whether a yacht includes a large tender which boasts all the latest features. Private yachts are being built with stern garages which house the tender and also other associated 'water toys'. Powerful davits are installed on the yacht’s decks to mechanically lift increasingly heavier tenders.

Going to the wedding with a tender!

There are many companies which specialize in the design, construction and distribution of luxury yacht tenders. Some of the more established, and well known, suppliers for production and semi production tenders then others.

The increasing trend towards large custom tenders such as limousines, landing craft and chase boats is supported by classic boat builders. Because there is now a large and established tender industry, yacht tenders are also increasingly being used more widely by those who do not own or use yachts, but wish to enjoy their tender as an entertainment in its own right.

Jet Tenders and rigid hull inflatables!

What makes Aquascan different??

To better serve their customers, Aquascan is on a constant pursuit for perfection. “Good Enough” isn't good enough for their customers.

"40 years ago the first inflatable boat was invented with the purpose of safely and easily navigating the sea.

After all these years, we are always trying to re-invent the inflatable boat. Our knowledge base of the technical aspects of construction, the physics of buoyancy and the advancements in safety, far surpass those of the past. We like to stay ahead of the curve and move ahead.

We know more but not all, so in the pursuit of a better product, we constantly study and look for new techniques and stay on top of our customers’ needs.

There are a lot of inflatable boats out there but they are not all the same.

Mindless and repetitive assembly line production is not the way we do things. All of our vessels are intimately hand crafted with the mission of satisfying all our customer’s needs and wants."

The fiberglass hull is carefully made by hand; every single layer of fiberglass or Kevlar is carefully positioned. Not one boat is identical to the other; this is by choice, since every customer has different needs related not only to their taste and navigation style, but also their individual needs to perfectly fit the tender on their yacht.

"So when we say custom made yacht tender, we really mean custom made."

Each tube is carefully designed with the best fabric and material available in the market. It does not matter if we have to search around the world for the right materials that go into the fabrication of the inflatable boat.

A unique yacht tender made for you!

World of Boating and Tenders: Inflatable boats in the USA market.

World of Boating and Tenders: Inflatable boats in the USA market.: Although inflatables are very popular outside of North America the market is very stable with no growth.  This is probably the reason w...

Inflatable boats in the USA market.

Although inflatables are very popular outside of North America the market is very stable with no growth.  This is probably the reason why many more international companies are trying to open the door into the American market, consequentially; consumers will have more and more inflatable boats to choose from.

The RIB was born around 1964 since then its use has expanded. Today Rigid Inflatable Boats are the boat type of choice for many commercial, military operators and widely used in the leisure market. The inflatable is used as all weather lifeboats in some countries.

The development of the RIB has been the most significant in the past 50 years, they have change the way of thinking for many small boat users.

RIBs have grown in size from the early 10ft to 60ft in length. From an open little boat to a RIB with cabin.

The modern RIB can undertake the most arduous seagoing task as well as having the most seaworthy hull for its size.

 When you build a normal fiberglass boat the hull and the deck are the only major components. In a good inflatable boat, after you print (construct) the hull and the deck, you have to transform a flat rubber fabric material into a nice round, smooth Seaworthy collar (very intensive artisan work).

The fiberglass hull of an Aquascan inflatable

 It is actually much easier to build a decent inflatable, than try to cheat by building a cheap one, where you have to spend more time and effort figuring out where to cut corners and the only one losing is the customer. (The main goal of this publication is not to criticize or honor a certain brand, but to EDUCATE, you the consumer).

The hypalon tubes are made from a roll of fabric

The diameter of the tubes is really not so important, of course from 12 inches to 21 inches there is a big difference, but from 19 to 20 or 21 inches not so much. Probably the tubes that are 19 inches in diameter will give more inside space. If do not intend to overload your boat, it really don’ matter.

Unless the tube has a really small diameter, there’s no way you can put the tubes under water even if the boat is full of water up to the transom.

A good sea-going characteristic of a rigid inflatable boat  is found in the way the tube and the rigid hull interact. These are Stability, Variable geometry and Fendering.

Cobra Diesel 16

Sprinter F 16 Hooters Patrol