HLTHSS012 — Handle medical gases safely

1 Prepare for handling and storage of medical gas and equipment.

• 1.1Select equipment and handling requirements in accordance organisational procedures.
• 1.2Set up work areas to ensure safe, effective and efficient handling of equipment.
• 1.3Inspect equipment for cleanliness or damage of all components.
• 1.4Identify potential hazards to work and manage risks in accordance organisational procedures.
• 1.5Report and document identified hazards and risks.
• 1.6Wear personal protective equipment and fit in accordance organisational procedures and manufacturer specifications.
• 1.7Fit and test bottles and regulators in accordance with manufacturers requirements.

2 Handle medical gas equipment.

• 2.1Use recommended precautions when handling medical gas equipment.
• 2.2Ensure only trained and authorised personnel are involved in handling medical gas equipment.
• 2.3Handle medical gas cylinders and related equipment with care and position in accordance with legislative requirements and manufacturer instructions.
• 2.4Select trolley size and type and restrain cylinders for transport.
• 2.5Select regulators for use with cylinder.
• 2.6Close valves prior to transport.
• 2.7Close cylinder valves and release regulator pressure after use.
• 2.8Monitor gas pipeline and manifold systems.
• 2.9Replace empty bottles and banks as soon as exhausted.
• 2.10Open cylinder valves on manifold banks in accordance with and organisational procedures and manufacturer guidelines.

3 Store medical gas cylinders and equipment.

• 3.1Store all cylinders and equipment in storage locations in accordance with organisational procedures, legislative requirements and manufacturer recommendations.
• 3.2Store cylinders away from combustible materials.
• 3.3Use cylinder stock on a rotational system and keep full and empty cylinders separate.
• 3.4Ensure cylinders are protected from cold and heat.
• 3.5Close and secure storage area in accordance with organisational procedures.
• 3.6Ensure signage is clearly displayed outside medical gas storage area.

What does an assessment tool for HLTHSS012 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTHSS012 needs to address all 42 unit components: 3 elements with 23 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 15 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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