DiscoverCounter-Errorism in Diving: Applying Human Factors to DivingSH206: Single Diver Fatality in Cenote Nariz, 3 February 2024. CREER Report
SH206: Single Diver Fatality in Cenote Nariz, 3 February 2024. CREER Report

SH206: Single Diver Fatality in Cenote Nariz, 3 February 2024. CREER Report

Update: 2025-09-06
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This podcast dives into the analysis of a cave diving fatality at Cenote Nariz in Mexico, based on a detailed report by the CREER Line and Safety Committee. The incident highlights critical lessons for divers in all environments, emphasizing the importance of understanding human factors, decision-making, and context in adverse events. While the exact cause of the diver's seizure remains uncertain, likely contributors include hypercapnia or hyperoxia, exacerbated by equipment and procedural factors. Broader lessons focus on fostering safety cultures, avoiding the normalization of risk, maintaining equipment rigor, and embracing systems that encourage learning without blame. Join us to explore how these insights can improve safety and awareness across diving disciplines.


Original blog: https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/mx-singlefatality-report


 


Links: CREER: https://creer-mx.com/


Accident report: https://creer-mx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Single-Diver-Fatality-in-Cenote-Nariz-on-3-February-2024.pdf


A Just Culture is not a 'just do it' culture: https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/a-just-culture-is-not-a-just-do-it-culture


Counterfactuals: I would have lined in: https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/counterfactuals Why is it so hard to admit our mistakes?: https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/why-is-it-so-hard-to-admit-to-our-mistakes


Tags:  English, Cave Diving, Gareth Lock, Incident Analysis, Just Culture

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SH206: Single Diver Fatality in Cenote Nariz, 3 February 2024. CREER Report

SH206: Single Diver Fatality in Cenote Nariz, 3 February 2024. CREER Report

Gareth Lock at The Human Diver