Electrical Safety Testing and Preventive Maintenance
This course provides a comprehensive overview of electrical safety testing and preventive maintenance for equipment technicians working with healthcare technology. Students will begin by establishing a strong foundation in fundamental electrical principles and applicable safety standards, including hazard identification and risk mitigation strategies. The curriculum then progresses to hands-on techniques for performing critical safety tests such as leakage current, ground impedance, and dielectric strength measurements on various types of medical devices. Emphasis is placed on understanding proper test equipment operation, interpreting results, and documenting findings accurately. Learners will also explore systematic approaches to preventive maintenance, including inspection protocols, calibration verification, and functional checks designed to ensure the reliable and safe operation of patient-connected equipment. The course concludes with practical application scenarios and troubleshooting common electrical safety issues encountered in clinical environments.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Introduction to Electrical Safety and Healthcare Technology","Fundamental Electrical Principles and Circuit Analysis","Understanding Electrical Hazards and Risk Mitigation in Clinical Settings","Applicable Safety Standards and Regulatory Compliance","Introduction to Test Equipment for Electrical Safety Measurements","Performing Ground Impedance and Continuity Tests","Measuring Enclosure and Patient Leakage Currents","Dielectric Strength and Insulation Resistance Testing","Functional Performance Verification and Calibration Basics","Developing Preventive Maintenance Schedules and Checklists","Documentation Practices for Testing and Maintenance Activities","Troubleshooting Common Electrical Safety Discrepancies","Practical Application: Safety Testing Various Equipment Categories","Review of Best Practices and Capstone Safety Assessment"]