By: Medical Testing Solutions

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Jan 25, 2025

Medical Gas Verification: Ensuring Compliance & Patient Safety

Medical gas verification is essential for ensuring the safety, compliance, and performance of gas systems in hospitals, surgical centers, and healthcare facilities. Our expert verification services help meet NFPA 99, ASSE 6030, and Joint Commission standards.

Why is Medical Gas Verification Necessary?

Medical gas systems supply oxygen, nitrous oxide, nitrogen, medical air, and vacuum to life-critical equipment. Proper verification ensures that these systems meet regulatory compliance, prevent contamination, and function safely and effectively.

Key Benefits of Medical Gas Verification:

  • ✅ Ensures compliance with NFPA 99, ASSE 6030, and Joint Commission standards
  • ✅ Confirms proper gas purity and pressure levels
  • ✅ Identifies leaks, pressure drops, and contamination risks
  • ✅ Prevents costly downtime and emergency system failures
  • ✅ Guarantees patient safety and equipment reliability

What’s Included in a Medical Gas Verification?

At Medical Testing Solutions, our ASSE 6030-certified verifiers conduct a full range of tests to ensure system integrity and compliance.

✔ Pipeline Purity & Contamination Testing

We analyze medical gases for purity, moisture, hydrocarbons, and other contaminants that could compromise patient safety.

✔ Outlet & Inlet Flow Testing

We verify that gas outlets and vacuum inlets deliver the correct flow rates for proper operation.

✔ Pressure & Leak Testing

We test system pressure levels and perform leak detection to prevent hazardous gas leaks.

✔ Alarm System Verification

We inspect master, area, and local alarm panels to confirm proper function and alert accuracy.

✔ Valve & Zone Valve Box Inspection

We assess zone valves and emergency shutoffs to ensure they are fully operational.

✔ Source Equipment Testing

We verify the performance of medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, manifolds, and bulk oxygen systems.

✔ Compliance Documentation & Certification

We provide a detailed verification report, ensuring full compliance with NFPA 99 and healthcare regulations.

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Who Requires Medical Gas Verification?

Medical gas verification is required for all healthcare facilities using piped medical gas systems, including:

  • 🏥 Hospitals & Surgical Centers
  • 🦷 Dental & Oral Surgery Clinics
  • 🔬 Laboratories & Research Facilities
  • 🏡 Long-Term Care & Rehabilitation Centers
  • 🏗️ New Construction & Renovated Healthcare Facilities

When is Medical Gas Verification Required?

Medical gas verification is necessary under NFPA 99 and ASSE 6030 guidelines in the following situations:

  • 📅 Upon installation of a new medical gas system
  • ⚠️ After system repairs, modifications, or upgrades
  • 🔍 Before occupancy in newly constructed healthcare facilities
  • 🔄 As part of routine compliance and accreditation requirements

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