Experts concerned about the potential fire hazard with hyperbaric chambers

In 2009, a chamber erupted in fire — fed by the oxygen — killing two people inside


Experts are concerned about the potential fire hazard with hyperbaric chambers as they become more popular, according to an article on the NFPA website.

For instance, in 2009, a chamber erupted in fire — fed by the oxygen — killing two people inside.

The incident and other serious accidents involving hyperbaric chambers have alarmed many in the life-safety community.

While the majority of the chambers in hospitals or clinical health care facilities are operated safely, increased use of the use of chambers in non-clinical settings have some experts worried.

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February 16, 2017


Topic Area: Safety


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