Training Overview

Medical Gas Safety Training

This training course delivered at your location through a blend of classroom & practical training. Covering the safe use, handling, storage & transportation of medical oxygen & other medical gases, supporting the training obligations of NHS HTM 02-01 Part B. .

Who is the course for:

The safe use and handling of medical gases, chiefly oxygen, nitrous oxide and nitrous oxide & oxygen (Entonox) used in medical applications.
The course covers the safety training requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act and BCGA Codes of Practice. Highlighting the specific hazards associated with these commonly used gases such as oxygen enrichment/deficiency, flammability, reactions with oils & greases, regulator changing etc.

Certification:

This training is nationally accredited by EAL & provides 3 CPD learning hours.

Why training:

This training ensures your organisation complies with obligations to train all staff exposed to risk. Attendance gives staff information to understand the specific hazards associated with medical gases such as medical oxygen resulting in an assured workforce and a safer workplace.

“Very pleased with all aspects of dealing with PGS.
Very good trainer, put across information well. Staff taking part thoroughly enjoyed the course.”
Operations Manager, Army Officer Selection Board
“Whilst I already had a fair amount of knowledge on gases I still found the workshop extremely useful”
Student, University of Leeds

What price would you pay to secure the safety of your workforce?

We won't be beaten on prices for a like for like training - get in touch and request a no obligation proposal.

All Inclusive Price

£850first 5 delegates
  • Pricing is fully inclusive of classroom & practical training.  No additional fees for travel within mainland UK 
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What’s included?

Each Learner Receives:

  • Accredited Certification and Passport Card valid for 3 years
  • Supporting documentation
  • Access to 3 year technical support

Management Receives:

  • Detailed feedback on delegate performance for inclusion in company training records
  • A summary of learner opinions of training
  • Relevant updates on gas legislation

Classroom Session 2 hours

Interactive training on Medical Gases with topics including:

  • Fire hazards of Oxygen enrichment
  • Gas properties & hazards
  • Identification & cylinder preparation
  • Regulator fitting
  • Leak testing
  • Regulator removal
  • Faulty cylinder procedure
  • Manual handling techniques
  • Connecting cylinders & manual handling

Practical Session allow approximately 1 hour

Learners will be given the opportunity to undertake:

  • Before-use checks including leak checking
  • Regulator fitting
  • Manual handing of cylinders