Medical Gases

Please familiarise yourself with the medical gases, gas equipment and storage within your working environment;

Aims:

Explore what is a medical gas is and why medical gases training is necessary. Examine the types of medical gases and their uses and how to store and use them safely and appropriately. Explore the potential hazards linked to medical gases.

Outcomes:

Identify the reasons for medical gas training.
Define a medical gas
Describe medical gases in common use with their application.
Identify the hazard warning signs and safety information.
Examine how to safely move, store and use medical gas cylinders and flasks/dewars.