EPIQ 5 & 7 Training Manual
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Module 5
General Safety Precautions
This section is not intended to be an all inclusive safety procedure
guide. It is only brief overview of best practices that applies to all
health care facilities and types of medical equipment. You should be
familiar with the policies and procedures of the facility where you
work AND the safety precautions and procedures described in the
manufacturer’s documentation for a particular OEM.
Electrical Safety
The system is a Class I medical device with Type BF and Type CF
isolated patient-applied parts. Only CF isolated transducers can be
used for invasive (internal) exams.
The following are warnings recommended by the manufacturer:
Grounding prevents shock hazards. The chassis is grounded with
a three wire plug and cable which must be plugged into a
grounded outlet.
Never connect the system using a power strip or extension cord.
The ultrasound system should never be connected to the same
circuit as life-support devices.
All devices that have patient contact: transducers, ECG leads and
pencil probes that are not specifically labeled as defibrillation
proof must be removed from contact with the patient before
defibrillation.
Non-medical peripherals such as printers should not be used
within 1.5 meters (5ft) of a patient unless the device is powered
with an isolated outlet on the back of the system or an isolated
transformer that meets medical safety standards; IEC 60601-1.
Wrist straps should not be worn when working on a system when
the power turned on. The +5 Vdc supply is a very-high current
supply. Use caution when troubleshooting.
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