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Hawksbill sea turtle
Safety Advice
Any underwater adventure incurs some element of risk but with planning, knowledge and
a bit of common sense, the risks can be minimised. Use the 'dive safe' checklist (
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pital
( 03-2014111; Ash-Shrif al-Hussein bin Ali St)
in Aqaba is well-equipped for
diving mishaps, including cuts, bites and stings. It also has a
decompression chamber
(
03-2014117)
, where the staff is trained to deal with diving accidents. The reputable
dive centres are equipped with emergency oxygen tanks, a first-aid kit and a mobile
phone.