Benchtop Sterilisers (Type N) – Maintenance and Testing 

This course covers a mixture of theory and practical sessions, and you will learn how to carry out weekly, quarterly & annual testing on “N” type small steam sterilisers.

 

Who Should Attend:

The course is aimed at National Health staff and contractors required to perform the duties of a Competent Person (Decontamination) as defined by NHS guidelines.

Pre-requisites:

Learners must have completed our Level 3 Electrical Safety Testing course or have proof of electrical safety testing competence. The minimum age for entry onto the course is 18 years old.

Course Aim:

Learners will be able to carry out the recommended daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual testing procedures on small steam sterilisers for the sterilisation of non-wrapped solid products. (N-Type), in accordance with British/European Standards and HTM01-05 NHS Guidance.

Course Objectives:

On conclusion of the course the delegates will be able to:

  • Explain the role of sterilisation within the decontamination process.
  • Explain the roles and responsibilities of key personnel.
  • Describe language and definitions most commonly referred to in decontamination.
  • Identify risks associated with small steam sterilisers.
  • Describe and explain the basic properties of steam.
  • Describe the principles of pressure & temperature measurement.
  • Summarise the principles of operation of an “N” type small steam steriliser.
  • Prepare and operate specific test equipment.
  • Carry out periodic testing to all levels, and for all specified timescales.
  • Interpret test results and produce detailed reports.

Qualification:

On successful completion of the course learners will gain a City & Guilds Certificate in Benchtop Sterilisers (Type N) – Maintenance and Testing.

 

Useful Information

  1. When you have downloaded your Course Application Form please follow these steps:

    Fill in ALL sections of the form – these need to be completed in full to process your application and register you on the course.

    1. Please add all course costs including accommodation if requested.

    2. Booking forms must be filled in for all courses per person, even if several require spaces for the same course.

    3. When your application form is complete and has been authorised by your employer/provider please return either by email or post to: training@avensysmedical.co.uk

    or Training Academy
    Black Country & Marches
    Institute of Technology
    Zoological Way
    Dudley
    DY1 4AL

    4. As per application form instructions, please send your purchase order to Avensys UK Training Ltd within seven days of receipt of your application form. Please use code TR when raising a purchase order followed by your order number e.g. TR123456. This then needs to be sent by post to the address above and/or emailed to accounts@avensysmedical.co.uk and copy in training@avensysmedical.co.uk

    5. Once your purchase order is received the course booking processes (catering, hotel, course documents etc.) will commence. Our accounts department will then issue an invoice for your purchase order.

    6. Payment for courses needs to be received two weeks before the course start date to confirm hotel accommodation, catering and course placement. Entry to the course will not be permitted on the course unless payment is received within the Terms & Conditions.

    Methods of Payment
    Cheque: Please make payable to Avensys UK Ltd
    BACS: contact accounts@avensysmedical.co.uk

    For any queries please contact the Training Academy call us now on 01562 745858 or email training@avensysmedical.co.uk

  2. Course Start and Finish Times
    The course starts at 9 am sharp and candidates generally arrive 10-15 mins beforehand for refreshments and registration. The course days typically finish at 5.00pm.

    Essentials for Arrival
    – Please bring with you a form of photographic ID, this is for registration and verification procedures for the awarding body.

    – You will need to sign in upon arrival with the Training Centre Coordinator.

    – You will also be asked to sign against your authorisation to take photographs for training purposes. The information is detailed in the pack you receive upon arrival.

    Lunch Arrangements
    Learners can purchase lunch from the Stir Cafe & Bistro which is located onsite
    at the Black Country & Marches Institute of Technology. Alternatively, there are
    numerous food vendors in the local vicinity.

    Mobile Phones
    For the duration of the lessons, mobile phones should remain switched off; they can be used during break times only.

    Smoking
    A no-smoking policy is operated inside all Avensys UK Training Ltd and Avensys UK Ltd premises, however, there are areas outside where learners are permitted to smoke during breaks.

    Dress Code
    There is no formal dress code – shoes and clothing should be suitable and appropriate for a classroom and practical environment.

    Accessibility
    You will be required to move throughout the building, including up and down stairs. Please let us know if this will be a problem for you.

    Car Parking

    Free car parking is available on-site at the Institute of Technology car park.

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  3. Travelling

    Our dedicated modern training facility for engineering technicians, clinicians and nursing staff, has up to date equipment and is centrally located in the Midlands within easy access to motorways and all network links.

    By road

    Free car parking is available on-site at the Institute of Technology car park.

    By air

    We’re approximately 25 miles (35-minute drive) from Birmingham airport.

    By rail

    We’re approximately 2-miles (7-minute taxi ride or 35-minute walk) from Dudley Port train station.

    Accommodation
    If you have arranged course accommodation with us, then this is provided at The Village Hotel in Dudley.

    Please contact the training team if you require your individual booking reference. Information about the hotel’s facilities can be found on their website: 
    https://www.village-hotels.co.uk/hotels/birmingham-dudley/ 

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Venue

Avensys UK Ltd

Black Country & Marches Institute of Technology, Zoological Way,
Dudley,
West Midlands,
DY1 4AL

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