MGT trainingcourses deliver quality service at competitive rates in this specialised environment.
The overall cost includeshand out material, certificates of attendance and other relevant safety material.
In order that delegates gain maximum benefit it is recommended that no more than 25 people should be assigned to any one course.
Below are details of some standard courses currently available. Bespoke training can also be set up to meet with specific requirements.
Safe Management of Medical Gas Cylinders & Equipment
Duration 2 hours 30 minutes
This course is designed to meet the needs of staff who are involved with cylinders and equipment on a regular basis and in a variety of roles.
Covering a wide range of topics it is particularly suited to the requirements of porters, pharmacy staff and estates personnel. Topics covered include:
cylinder identification
valve types
storage
handling
transportation
use of equipment
cylinder manifolds
Safe Management of Medical Gas Cylinders & Equipment
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
A shortened version of the above, this course is designed for those who have a less frequent or more specific involvement with cylinders. This course is particulary suited to hospital and community nursing staff, GP and dental nurses, homecare workers etc.
This course is designed for personnel who have an involvement with medical gas pipeline systems and is based on the training requirements of Health Technical Memorandum 02-01 Part B: Operational Management. Aimed particularly at staff who are nominated Designated Persons, the course covers the level of training required in these areas.
Topics include:
cylinder identification
storage & handling
cylinder valves
use of cylinders & equipment
fire hazards & procedures
procedures f0r major gas leaks
alarms
permit to work system
Management of Oxygen / Nitrous Oxide Gas Mixture
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a course specifically for staff who are involved with oxygen / nitrous oxide gas mixture, often referred to by its trade name or as "gas and air".
Designed to cater for the needs of nurses, midwives and A & E staff in particular, it deals with administration of the gas in addition to the safety features relating to handling of cylinders and equipment.
This courses covers :
history of development
indications for use
contra-indications
cylinder and equipment management
storage
administration procedures
protocol development
Management of Medical Oxygen Cylinders & Equipment
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
Specifically designed for staff whose involvement is purely with oxygen and no other gases.
The course covers:
labelling
valves and regulators
use of equipment
potential hazards
safe working practice
Refresher Course
Duration 1 hour approximately
This course is designed for personnel who have previously attended MGT training courses and who wish to remain abreast of current events.
Refresher courses are normally conducted after a minimum of two years.
The course provides the opportunity review current procedures and provides delegates wth additional "hands on" experience.
