HTM03 Critical Ventilation System Verification Services

Tender description

Within Mid Essex Hospital Services (MEHT) as with any other healthcare organisation ventilation is used extensively to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff. More specialised ventilation is provided in areas such as operating departments, critical care areas and isolation facilities for primary patient treatment. It is also installed: • to ensure compliance with the quality assurance requirements of items processed in pharmacies and sterile services departments; • to protect staff from harmful organisms and toxic substances (for example in laboratories • All ventilation systems should be inspected annually to ensure conformity with minimum requirements, which are designed to: a. ensure safe access when carrying out routine service and maintenance activities; b. prevent or control risks associated with Legionella and other potential hazardous organisms; c. check that the system remains fit for purpose. It is the responsibility of the Estates and Facilities team to ensure that inspection, service and maintenance activities are carried out safely, at the correct intervals and without hazard to staff, patients or members of the public. In line with regulations, the Critical Ventilation systems Verification shall be undertaken annually.