SSI React Right (EFR / First Aid)

First aid, CPR, oxygen administration, and AED use. Required for professional-level training.

What is React Right

React Right is SSI’s emergency response / first-aid specialty (sometimes referred to as EFR = Emergency First Response).
It is designed to teach divers (and non-divers) how to respond in medical emergencies: first aid, CPR, oxygen administration, and how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) if available.

Here are the main components of the React Right program:

Component	Topics / Skills
Primary Assessment	How to assess a person in distress: check responsiveness, breathing, pulse, etc.
First Aid Techniques	Handling bleeding, wounds, fractures, shock, etc. Generally “secondary care”.
CPR (Adult / Child / Infant)	Cardiopulmonary resuscitation for different ages; chest compressions, rescue breaths, etc.
AED Basics	How and when to use an AED, safety, etc.
Oxygen Administration	When to administer oxygen, how to use oxygen equipment in emergencies (especially diving-related)

Minimum Age: Usually 12-15 years, depending on location.
Prerequisites: None for diving certification — you do not need to already be a certified diver.
Duration: Total around 8-12 hours. Components can be taken individually or in combination (e.g. First Aid & CPR, AED, Oxygen).
Materials & Equipment: Academic/digital learning + practical sessions. Use of training aids (manikins, AED trainers, oxygen delivery systems, etc.).
Certification Validity / Renewal: The React Right certification is valid for 2 years. After that, a React Right Update is required to renew.

Covers life-saving skills useful in many settings (dive trips, travel, at home).
Required (or very strongly recommended) for higher SSI certifications, e.g. Diver Stress & Rescue or any professional level.
Adds confidence: knowing how to respond properly in emergency situations, especially underwater or in remote locations.