In the context of diving and snorkelling emergencies, WorkCover Queensland emphasizes the necessity for businesses or undertakings in these activities to be well-prepared. WorkCover Queensland encourages the development and on-site storage of written emergency plans, ensuring that workers receive adequate training in their application.

These emergency plans, addressing situations such as first aid, rescue, evacuation, and missing persons, should be periodically reviewed. In addition to the general plans, businesses may need to formulate specific plans tailored to their operational variables and associated risks. WorkCover Queensland advises seeking guidance from organizations like the Australian Resuscitation Council and Divers Alert Network.

To enhance workers' familiarity with emergency plans, a systematic training program should be established, covering induction for new employees and periodic emergency drills. Practical and theoretical drills, documenting details such as date, training content, and participant names, contribute to effective training.

For the first aid plan, businesses are urged to maintain well-stocked first aid kits and provide adequate training in diving first aid, including oxygen administration. Ensuring workplace configurations facilitate efficient first aid provision and regular checks of oxygen equipment are essential components.

Regarding the rescue plan, efficient procedures, equipped personnel, and effective communication systems are paramount for successful rescues. Adequate fitness levels and proper equipment use are emphasized, emphasizing the importance of avoiding delays in providing first aid.

Evacuation plans should outline communication methods with emergency services and detail the smooth transfer of injured individuals to medical services. Special consideration must be given to those suffering from decompression illness and barotrauma.

WorkCover Queensland advises that missing persons plans should have defined triggers, list initial and subsequent actions, establish timeframes for emergency service notifications, and incorporate the use of visible marker buoys in current-prone situations.

Businesses are encouraged to tailor their emergency plans to operational variables, periodically review and test these plans, and ensure effective training programs for workers to mitigate risks associated with diving and snorkelling activities.