There are specialized decompression courses for divers who wish to learn skills necessary to dive in depths which pass 130 feet. In these courses, divers can learn how decompression works, how to use gear necessary for it, how to understand and use diving software, and what to do in case of emergencies among other important things. Besides than being taught how to use specialized gear by a professional, attending these courses also allow divers to learn their own weak points and limitations before they actually go into water and find themselves in trouble.

Also, in order to safely practice decompression diving, it is important that a diver counts with not only necessary amount of knowledge but also expertise in world of diving. Besides this, and due to risks which this activity implies, it is also very important that those who practice decompression diving are mature, reasonable and count with good judgment at time of planning and executing techniques necessary for it.