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Medical Gas Safety Training for Clinical Users
Self-Paced e-learning | Valid for 12 Months | £ 15 / pp
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Course Overview :
The purpose of this self-paced elearning course is to ensure that : You are aware of the risks associated with medical gases You are aware of the safety procedures of use with medical gases You gain knowledge and understanding of the properties of medical gases You gain knowledge and understanding of medical gas controls within the workplace , for the safety of the patients , staff , the building , and the equipment Like all training , due diligence and site familiarity is required to ensure a safe working environment . This course will aid you in becoming aware of the medical gases and their components in your working environment . It will instruct the correct and safe way to use and handle medical gases , and safe storage of medical gas cylinders .
Who Is This Course For :
This training course is designed for clinical staff with a responsibility for working with Medical Gas Pipeline Systems . According to HTM 02-01 ' General Nursing Staff ' should undergo refresher training annually . This course is designed inline with this guidance .
You will have 6 months to complete this course once you are registered . The course is designed to be completed at your own pace , with a view to ensuring that you work safely with Medical Gas .
Key Learning Areas Covered In This Course :
• Introduction to Medical Gases
• Medical Gases and their properties
• Medical Gas cylinders
• Medical Gas supply systems
• Medical Vacuum
• Medical Gas equipment and its effect on the system ( Gas Conservation )
• Suction and oxygen equipment testing
• Operational policy / emergency procedures
• Local Alarms
• Final Examination
Accommodation available from £ 115 per night ( including DBB ) All Prices Exclude VAT 79