Excerpts from "Hyperbaric Facility Safety , 2nd Edition" by Wilbur T. Workman & J. Steven Wood, Published by Best Publishing Company
"The development and continuation of a safety program for a hyperbaric facility can be arduous. The task(s) of initiating safety procedures, employing equipment maintenance policies, and implementing employee competency standards leave the hyperbaric safety director buried in stacks of reference books, manuals, and files."
The following websites are recommended as resource for the development of the hyperbaric safety program.
UHMS - Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society - This site offers a wide range of information that should serve as a useful tool for the hyperbaric practitioner when seeking references or resources in the development and enhancement of the hyperbaric safety program.
UHMS Publications: UHMS Guidelines for Hyperbaric Facilities Operations 4th Edition found at BestPub.com
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association - The NFPA website has information available to both nonpaying and paying subscribers. The site includes content regarding codes dan standards, safety training opportunities, research, and public awareness.
CGA - Compressed Gas Association - The CGA addresses safety and technical information related to the manufacture, transportation, storage, transfilling, and disposal of gasses and the containers and valve which hold compressed Gasses.
NSC - National Safety Council - The NSC is a nonprofit organization focused on the safety in the workplace, homes, and communities. The NSC website contains a vast amount of content including safety posters, safety talks, checklists, weekly safety updates, monthly safety newsletters, webinars, and podcasts.
BNA - Baromedical Nurses Association - The BNA is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1985 as a forum for hyperbaric nurses to connect, share information, and provide professionals with support. The BNA website is well organized and contains information that hyperbaric nurses, allied health, and anyone involved in daily hyperbaric operations will find useful.
WCEP - Wound Care Education Partners - Education, training, and resources for wound care and hyperbaric medicine.
Those seeking to strengthen their hyperbaric safety acuity should complete the following live courses led by industry experts. These interactive sessions help practitioners stay current on best practices, emerging research, and evolving guidelines in hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Introduction to Hyperbaric Medicine 40+ live course
This course will provide you with basic training or continuing education in hyperbaric medicine.
Safety Director Course- "Introduction to the Role of Hyperbaric Safety Director" 16 hours
This 2-day live course and program benefits those new to the hyperbaric safety director position by orienting them to the responsibilities as defined by the NFPA, UHMS and other organizations. In addition, the course is a great review for current hyperbaric safety directors and seasoned technicians by providing updates to NFPA code and industry standards. |
NEXT course is February 28-March 1, 2026. REGISTER HERE
Hyperbaric Certified - Safety (HC-S©) 62 hours
Become an expert in hyperbaric safety with the Hyperbaric Certified - Safety (HC-S©) designation. This certification demonstrates that you have achieved the highest professional standards in hyperbaric safety and helps you maintain your advanced training certification. Having an official HC-S© credential will validate your knowledge of hyperbaric safety and enhance your resume for current and future job opportunities in a hyperbaric clinic. The HC-S© certification program is not limited to those seeking to become Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator but is designed to teach and validate the necessary knowledge of hyperbaric safety for all team members in a hyperbaric facility.
To complete this certification, candidates must:
● Complete the required online course modules.
● Successfully complete an approved Introduction to the Role of Hyperbaric Safety Director course (next class Feb 28-Mar 1)
● Successfully complete a skills lab & practicum. (next Skills Lab May 22nd)
● Successfully complete the online coursework, skills lab, and certification exam.
For more information reach out to
Hyperbaric Certification Commission
Address: 631 US Highway 1, Suite 307 North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Phone: 561-960-4HCC (561-960-4422)
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