This course provides essential safety training on handling compressed gas cylinders in healthcare environments. Participants will learn about the potential hazards of compressed gases, safe storage and transportation methods, and best practices for using gas cylinders in patient care and facility operations.
Course Highlights:
- Overview of compressed gas usage in healthcare settings, including patient care, laboratory work, and maintenance.
- Understanding the different types of gases and their storage methods, including compressed, liquefied, dissolved, and cryogenic gases.
- Identifying and managing risks associated with high-pressure gas cylinders, including explosion hazards and gas leaks.
- Safe handling, transportation, and storage techniques to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Proper procedures for securing cylinders, changing out empty ones, and preventing leaks.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling gas cylinders, particularly cryogenic gases.
- How to safely deliver and connect gas cylinders for patient use, both in facilities and home healthcare settings.
- Recognizing the function of cylinder regulators, CGA fittings, and pressure relief devices.
- Emergency response procedures for gas leaks, equipment malfunctions, and fire hazards.
By the end of the course, you will have learned:
- How to identify and understand the risks associated with compressed gas cylinders.
- Proper techniques for storing, handling, and transporting gas cylinders in healthcare environments.
- How to inspect, secure, and connect cylinders safely to prevent leaks and equipment failures.
- The importance of following safety protocols when using gas cylinders in patient care and laboratory settings.
- Best practices for responding to emergencies involving compressed gases to ensure workplace and patient safety.