Introduction

Biomedical Equipment Maintenance focuses on ensuring the safe, reliable, and effective functioning of medical equipment used in patient care. Proper maintenance of biomedical equipment is critical for patient safety, infection prevention, clinical accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Poorly maintained equipment can lead to device-related infections, treatment errors, equipment failures, and increased healthcare risks.

This course emphasizes best practices in preventive maintenance, calibration, cleaning, and safe handling of biomedical equipment. It equips healthcare and technical teams with the knowledge required to support clinical operations while aligning with infection prevention, quality assurance, and accreditation standards.

Scope

This program covers biomedical equipment maintenance practices across healthcare settings, including:

• Role of biomedical equipment in patient safety and infection prevention

• Preventive maintenance and scheduled servicing of medical devices

• Cleaning, disinfection, and decontamination of reusable equipment

• Calibration, performance testing, and functional safety checks

• Equipment labeling, tagging, and maintenance documentation

• Safe handling, storage, and transportation of biomedical equipment

• Risk management for device-related incidents and failures

• Coordination between clinical staff, biomedical engineering, and IPC teams

• Compliance with regulatory, quality, and accreditation requirements

• Audit readiness and continuous improvement in equipment maintenance

Objectives

By the end of the program, learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of biomedical equipment maintenance in patient safety

• Apply preventive maintenance and inspection practices

• Ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment

• Identify equipment-related risks and escalate issues promptly

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

• Support infection prevention through safe equipment handling

• Collaborate with clinical and IPC teams effectively

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards

Who Can Enroll

This program is suitable for:

• Biomedical engineers and technicians

• Clinical engineering and maintenance staff

• Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) professionals

• Nursing and clinical staff responsible for equipment use

• Quality and patient safety teams

• Hospital administrators and facility managers

• Healthcare professionals involved in device management and safety

Study Content from TERRALEAP.COM

Learners receive structured study support through TERRALEAP.COM, including:

• Expert-led videos on biomedical equipment safety and maintenance

• Scenario-based learning covering preventive maintenance and risk management

• Guided explanations of equipment cleaning, documentation, and compliance

• Learning resources designed to reinforce safe, standardized biomedical equipment practices