Garmin and Divers Alert Network (DAN) come together to provide divers with extra support
Collaboration enables Garmin Response emergency coordination center and DAN to communicate on their customers’ behalf during a dive-related emergency
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced a collaboration with Divers Alert Network (DAN), the world’s most recognised and respected dive safety organisation. This will help provide Garmin users who are active DAN members with a more direct connection to DAN’s specialised support during a dive-related emergency.
How it works
Garmin divers with an inReach® device and active inReach plan1 can now add their DAN member ID to the Emergency Notes section of their inReach account. Should an emergency happen and a diver triggers an SOS message using their inReach device, the Garmin Response℠ team will assist with coordinating the emergency response and share all relevant details with DAN (active membership required).
inReach SOS and the Garmin Response Center
Thanks to a dedicated SOS alert feature, divers using inReach devices – like the inReach Mini 3 Plus and a dive case – can quickly send an SOS message from the surface should an emergency occur to Garmin Response, a 24/7-staffed professional emergency coordination center. The Garmin Response team will then communicate with the user, their listed emergency contacts, search-and-rescue organisations and other available local resources. They provide updates to users and emergency contacts on the response effort, including confirmation when help is on the way, and remain available until the incident is resolved. Garmin Response monitors millions of handheld devices, satellite phones, smartphones and smartwatches each year.
Divers Alert Network
For over 40 years, DAN has been the world’s most recognised and respected dive safety organisation. In a dive-related emergency, DAN’s 24/7 team can provide specialised dive-medicine consultation, help evaluate the appropriate level of care, identify suitable medical and hyperbaric facilities, and coordinate with treating providers. When medically necessary and available under the member’s applicable benefits or insurance coverage2, DAN can also assist with medical transportation, evacuation, and related logistics. Through this collaboration, Garmin Response helps coordinate the emergency response and rescue from the field, while DAN adds specialised medical expertise and assistance as the diver transitions into medical care.
To learn more about this collaboration and how to add a DAN member ID to an inReach plan, visit garmin.com.
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1 Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit satellite communication devices; it is the user’s responsibility to know and follow all applicable laws.
2 Insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA. This is only a brief description of the coverage(s) available. The Policy will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions. Coverage may not be available in all states. Visit DAN.org for complete details.
About Garmin International, Inc.
Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and inReach are registered trademarks, inReach Messenger is a trademark and Garmin Response is a service mark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
About Divers Alert Network
Divers Alert Network (DAN) is the world’s most recognised and respected dive safety organisation. Founded in 1980, DAN is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to improving diver safety through medical services, research, education and emergency assistance. DAN provides 24/7 emergency support to divers, conducts research that advances the understanding of diving physiology and injuries, and develops safety and educational programs for the global diving community. DAN also offers membership benefits and access to specialised dive accident and travel insurance programs. Learn more at DAN.org.
