During the sweep method, which shoulder movement is recommended?

During the sweep method, which shoulder movement is recommended?

• A. Lean towards your right and dip your right shoulder.
• B. Lean towards your left and dip your left shoulder.
• C. No shoulder movement.
• D. Twist your torso to alternate sides.

Answer: (A)

In the sweep method, you want a stable, close-to-the-casualty position that gives you visibility and control as you bring the diver toward you. Leaning toward the right and dipping the right shoulder creates a solid stance, helps keep your eyes on the casualty’s face and airway, and allows your left arm to sweep smoothly across the surface to locate and guide the diver. This posture reduces the chance of losing contact with the casualty and minimizes drag from waves or current. Moving the shoulder or twisting the torso disrupts balance and makes the sweep less efficient, while leaning the opposite direction moves you out of the optimal position for this maneuver.

In the sweep method, you want a stable, close-to-the-casualty position that gives you visibility and control as you bring the diver toward you. Leaning toward the right and dipping the right shoulder creates a solid stance, helps keep your eyes on the casualty’s face and airway, and allows your left arm to sweep smoothly across the surface to locate and guide the diver. This posture reduces the chance of losing contact with the casualty and minimizes drag from waves or current. Moving the shoulder or twisting the torso disrupts balance and makes the sweep less efficient, while leaning the opposite direction moves you out of the optimal position for this maneuver.