Medical gases are vital in the world of health because they are closely related to patient safety and survival. Therefore, the distribution of medical gas is a priority for health facilities.
The reason is, behind this interest, medical gas has the property of being easily contaminated by various conditions. One mistake can make the gas become polluted or even turn into poison.
Essential Things in Medical Gas Distribution Installation
The government also sets standards for medical gas installations that every hospital must comply with to guarantee this. At least pay attention to the following vital things in the medical gas installation process:
1. According to Terrain Conditions
One of the crucial things that must be considered in the medical gas installation process is the installation design or scheme. This medical gas system has essential, significant, and unique properties and components.
Before starting the installation process, you should make a plan and check it first. In this case, there are several essential things to note, namely:
- The system must consider the risk of explosion or fire
- Room conditions must comply with government standards, both in terms of size and environment
- Complete the installation system with waste gas disposal so as not to endanger the hospital occupants and the surrounding environment
2. Location of Medical Gas Distribution
After getting the ideal scheme and meeting the requirements, now is the time to find an installation location. Even though it looks trivial, site selection is more complex, and one must pay attention to the following things:
- Easy access in and out of the room, both for moving cylinders, maintenance, and component replacement
- Security around the site must be ensured due to the nature of the gas, which is quite sensitive
- If the installation is done indoors, pay attention to using materials for the interior. Air circulation should be reasonable and fire-resistant for at least one hour.
- Make sure the electric power for the room must be sufficient and meet electrical standards. Medical gas systems require a lot of energy but are sensitive to electricity.
3. Installation Standards and Guidelines
Please note that this medical gas installation has several installation standards and guidelines. Not only the room but also the equipment and components used.
One is a medical gas outlet connecting the distribution pipe to the patient. In its application, several standard medical gas outlets are spread on the market, namely:
- Australian Standard
- Japanese standard
- Standard Ohmeda
- British standard
- German standard
Medical Gas Distribution Solutions from PT VANDO TEKNIK SOLUSI
Choosing a trusted installation service is very important to ensure that all of the above are correctly met. One of them is PT VANDO TEKNIK SOLUSI, which has many years of experience in providing medical devices.