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Mar 14, 2023

Medical Gas Maintenance

ASSE 6040 Medical Gas Maintenance Personnel


Medical gas training is an essential aspect of ensuring the safe handling and administration of medical gases in healthcare facilities. The 6040 medical gas training program is a comprehensive training program that is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to safely and effectively handle medical gases.

The 6040 medical gas training program is named after the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.104(b)(2)(iii), which requires that employees who work with medical gases receive training on the specific hazards and safe handling practices associated with these gases.

The 6040 medical gas training program covers a range of topics, including the properties and characteristics of different medical gases, the hazards and risks associated with medical gases, proper handling and storage procedures, and the proper use of medical gas delivery systems and equipment.

The program also covers regulatory requirements and guidelines for the handling and administration of medical gases, including OSHA standards, NFPA guidelines, and FDA regulations.

Participants in the 6040 medical gas training program typically include healthcare professionals such as nurses, respiratory therapists, and medical gas technicians. The program is usually conducted by qualified instructors and may include classroom lectures, hands-on training, and assessments to ensure that participants have acquired the necessary knowledge and skills.

In summary, the 6040 medical gas training program is an important training program that helps healthcare professionals safely and effectively handle medical gases, ensuring the safety of patients, healthcare workers, and the general public.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, MTS has various partnerships with a number of medical gas installation contractors. Each sub contractor employees qualifying ASSE 6010 Medical Gas Installers ready to meet your needs.
A Medical Gas Certification (Also called a medical gas verification) is an NFPA required inspection and approval of newly installed medical gas delivery systems. All newly in installed medical gas pipeline and equipment must be certified by an ASSE 6030 before use.
Answer: Per NFPA guidelines, it is a requirement for any facilities using medical grade gases for the purpose of human consumption to have their gas delivery systems inspected by and ASSE 6040. Read more about Medical Gas Inspections Here.
Answer: Yes, MTS provides annual medical gas inspections. We provide discounts on Annual Inspections when you sign multi year contracts. Read more about Medical Gas Inspections Here.
Answer: The Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board issues medical gas piping certification to medical gas system installers who possess valid certification from the National Inspection Testing Certification Corporation or NITC. Certification from other organizations may be considered with approval of the board.
Yes, we can adapt any fittings to the desired hosing for any medical grade gas. High pressure gases such as Nitrogen can also be accommodated.
Yes, Those items for shipment to countries outside of the U.S. may be subject to taxes, customs duties and fees levied by the destination country (“Import Fees”). The recipient of the shipment is the importer of record in the destination country and is responsible for all Import Fees.
With respect to each item for which Import Fees have been calculated, you authorize Export or Merchant (as applicable) to designate a carrier (“Designated Carrier”) to act as your agent with the relevant customs and tax authorities in the destination country, to clear your merchandise, process and remit your actual Import Fees for such item.
Import Fees Deposit” represents an estimate of the Import Fees that will be levied on the items in your order for shipment to countries outside of the U.S. By placing your order, you agree to allow Export and/or Merchant (as applicable) to collect the Import Fees Deposit for the applicable items in your order. This deposit will be used, on your behalf, to reimburse the Designated Carriers for the import fees that they have paid on your behalf to the appropriate authorities of the destination country.
Answer: Per NFPA guidelines, it is a requirement for any facilities using medical grade gases for the purpose of human consumption to have their gas delivery systems inspected by and ASSE 6040. Read more about Medical Gas Inspections Here.

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