Is this course for you?
This course is aimed at hospital porters who handle medical gas cylinders.
Aim/overview
The course provides learners with the knowledge and skills required by the HSE and HTM 02-01 to use medical gases safely and correctly.
Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Identify medical gases, associated hazards and the necessary precautions
- Identify different types of medical gases and their uses
- Carry out safe handling of cylinders
- Correctly and safely use medical gas cylinders including changing cylinders on manifolds
- Define the requirements of the permit to work system
- Define what to do in an emergency situation and the correct response to alarms
At your site
Training can be provided at your site for up to 8 learners per 3-hour session. Two sessions can be carried out per day. A suitable training room and access to the manifold room is required.
Accommodation on-site is available, please contact us for more information.
Please see attached calendar for upcoming course dates. Further dates may be available, please see our website. https://www.eastwoodparktraining.co.uk/
Some of our courses can be delivered on-site (for 6 or more people), please contact us for more information.
Additional information
HTM 02-01 recommends that Designated Porters carry our refresher training every year.
Accreditation
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