Technology is prevalent in almost every aspect of our lives. This is especially true with modern Medical equipment. The growing importance of this advanced technology has created the need for an increased level of preventative maintenance. There are various guidelines to be followed and standards to be met, which can be confusing and overwhelming for a facility’s medical staff. To ensure they are in compliance with all preventative maintenance and safety standards, many facilities are utilizing EECS Engineering services. Regularly scheduled preventative maintenance includes electrical safety inspections. The guidelines for these inspections regarding standards for healthcare facilities are primarily set forth by the NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency) and AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation). The NFPA 99 has very specific guidelines for the inspections of equipment used in both patient-accessible and patient-restricted areas. These inspections are extremely important to the safety of the medical staff and patients. They alert healthcare administrators of any improperly grounded or malfunctioning medical equipment that would pose a danger to those using it. Electrical safety inspections are typically conducted as part of the annual preventative maintenance of equipment. Newly acquired equipment should also undergo inspection before being put into use. Understanding the basic guidelines will reinforce just how crucial it is to remain in compliance.

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Mr.Gabriel Diabate

Technical Director