Medical Equipment Maintenance & Fault Diagnosis Workshop
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This interactive workshop provides medical engineers with hands-on training in biomedical repair procedures, focusing on hospital safety, equipment management, and fault diagnosis. Participants will gain knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and safety protocols, as well as the tools and techniques necessary for effective maintenance. Key topics include medical-grade batteries, fault finding in medical devices, and test equipment management. The workshop features practical exercises, including fault diagnosis for AEDs, flowmeters, and syringe drivers, along with case studies on device disposal and repair economics. The training is delivered through guided discussions, demonstrations, and interactive exercises in a mock hospital setting.
Who is this course for?
This workshop is ideal for those looking to build or refine their practical skills in medical equipment maintenance and fault diagnosis. Whether you work in the NHS, private healthcare, or the medical device industry, it equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience needed to maintain and troubleshoot a variety of biomedical equipment effectively. It is ideal for:
- Biomedical engineering graduates seeking hands-on experience in fault-finding and equipment management.
- Medical engineering technicians working in healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and third-party service providers.
- Maintenance professionals responsible for servicing and troubleshooting electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical medical devices.
Pre-requisites:
Participants should have prior experience and competence in electrical safety testing (EST) of medical devices. If you are not yet confident in EST procedures, we recommend completing an Electrical Safety Testing course before attending this workshop.
The minimum age for entry onto the workshop is 18 years old.
Workshop Aim:
To develop and enhance the practical skills of learners who are working in or aspiring to work in a technical role within medical engineering, with a focus on equipment maintenance, fault diagnosis, and adherence to industry standards.
Objectives:
- Understand the key legislation, standards, and safety protocols relevant to medical equipment maintenance and management.
- Demonstrate the practical skills required to perform reactive and planned maintenance on electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical medical devices.
- Apply fault-finding techniques to diagnose and repair common medical devices, including AEDs, flowmeters, and syringe drivers.
- Utilise appropriate test equipment and maintenance tools to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
