What should you do in a rescue scenario involving entanglement?

In a rescue scenario involving entanglement, the most important priority is the safety of the diver as well as the rescuer. The correct action in this situation is to identify and carefully cut away the entangled material while keeping the diver calm. This approach ensures that the trapped individual can be released from the entanglement without causing additional injury or panic.

Using tools to cut away the material provides a controlled and effective means of addressing the issue. Maintaining calmness is equally crucial, as a panicked diver can further complicate the rescue and increase the risk of harm to themselves and the rescuer. Therefore, the focus should be on clear communication and reassurance while executing a safe and effective removal of the entangling material.

In contrast, leaving a diver to free themselves could lead to increased danger, as they may not be able to extricate themselves without assistance. Pulling a diver forcefully might exacerbate the situation, potentially causing injury or worsening the entanglement. Moreover, attempting to untangle them manually without tools may not be feasible or safe, especially in complicated or tight situations, and could lead to exhaustion or injury of the rescuer or the diver further involved in entanglement.