Overview 

Achieve the skills needed to install and maintain pipelines for medical gases, medical vacuum, medical support gases, and anesthetic gas scavenging systems. Upon successful completion of this online course and in-person braze test, you will be eligible to apply to the CSA to write the “Medical Gas Piping and Systems Installations Certification” exam as outlined in the CSA Z7396.1 Standard. 

Fundamentals of Medical Gas Installation 

The online component of the course will provide you, as a qualified plumber or steamfitter/pipefitter, with the 32 hours of required theory. In addition, MCABC has scheduled times to perform a Brazing Procedure Specification. Upon successful completion of the braze test, you will receive a Procedure Qualification Record (QB 484 form/ticket).  

Learning Outcomes

• Determine the overall concept of the CSA Z7396.1 Standard and the requirements for installer certification, common trade practices, and protocol for hospital shutdowns. 

• Determine the correct materials to be used for the installation of medical gas systems. 

• Determine installation procedures for distribution pipelines systems and terminal units in accordance with the Standard. 

• Describe the installation and maintenance of master and local alarms. 

• Describe the installation and maintenance of the supply sources for medical gas systems. 

• Test piping systems in accordance with the Standard and accompany the testing agency with their testing requirements. 

A minimum grade of 80 percent is required to pass this course. 

Format  

The 32 hours of theory is delivered via an online learning platform and is self-paced. An instructor is available to answer questions and provide live support as requested. 

Practical Braze Test

The practical test will take place on March 20^th at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey. Additional details will be confirmed with all registered participants by email. 

MCABC 12 Rev 1; Welding Procedure: Acetelyne Torch 

Testing will be using 1.25” type K pipe and you will be doing a horizontal and a vertical position test. All registrants must have experience using an acetylene torch. 

Cancellation Policy

Paid registrations are transferable to another member of your organization by emailing lbutler@mcabc.org prior to event start date.