Guidance on hyperbaric evacuation systems
- Recommended Practice
- Revision 0.2 - May 2024
This document provides comprehensive guidance on hyperbaric evacuation systems (HES) used in saturation diving operations, detailing the equipment, procedures, and personnel required for effective hyperbaric evacuation and decompression.
Contents
Introduction
Background and Explanation
Medical Aspects of Hyperbaric Evacuation
Elements to be Considered in the Development of a Hyperbaric Evacuation System
Equipment and Interfaces
Development of Documentation for Hyperbaric Evacuation System Construction and Operation
Elements to be Considered for the Execution of a Hyperbaric Evacuation and Subsequent Decompression
Operational Emergency
Risk Assessment/Hyperbaric Evacuation Plan Guidance
Personnel and Competence (LSP/HRF)
Audit and Assurance
Appendix 1 – Acronyms
Appendix 2 – Glossary
Revision
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Rev. 0.2 - May 2024Page 2, reference links, and bookmarking updated; no change to content
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Rev. 0.1 - August 2018Section 5.6 updated to harmonise industry guidance and practice
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Rev. - May 2013Initial publication