Applied Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Training Course (Online / Remote)
1Summary
A malfunctioning infusion pump or a monitor throwing false alarms isn't just an inconvenience on a hospital ward — it's a patient safety issue. This Applied Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Training Course focuses on exactly that pressure point, giving participants the practical skills to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the equipment clinical teams depend on every day.
Delivered by the Arab British Fellowship Training Academy, the course moves from general maintenance fundamentals into device-specific work — patient monitors, infusion pumps, ventilators — before covering the electrical, mechanical, and software systems that sit behind almost every biomedical device. Participants leave able to build maintenance plans that keep equipment safe, compliant, and reliable.
2Objectives and target group
Who Should Attend?
- Biomedical engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff responsible for maintaining biomedical equipment
- Healthcare technology management (HTM) professionals
- Professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in biomedical device maintenance
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the program, participants will be able to:
- Troubleshoot and repair common faults in biomedical equipment, applying the basic principles behind how these devices operate
- Perform routine maintenance tasks across a range of biomedical devices
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations related to biomedical equipment
- Develop a preventive maintenance plan that extends the lifespan of biomedical devices
3Course Content
Module 1: Biomedical Equipment and Why Maintenance Discipline Matters
- Different types of biomedical equipment and their roles in healthcare, classified as diagnostic, therapeutic, and monitoring devices
- Why regular maintenance matters for equipment reliability and patient safety
- Basic maintenance practices, manufacturer guidelines, and the core procedures: cleaning, calibration, testing, and inspection
Module 2: Preventive vs Routine Maintenance
- Why preventive maintenance is crucial for extending equipment life, and key factors like scheduling, frequency, and documentation
- Strategies for identifying and addressing potential problems before they occur
- Daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks, proper calibration checks, and cleaning and disinfecting biomedical equipment
Module 3: Troubleshooting Fundamentals and the Faults You'll See Most
- Steps for identifying and diagnosing problems, using common diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic software
- Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and software issues
- Common faults in patient monitoring devices, infusion pumps, and diagnostic instruments, including power supply, fuse, circuit, and mechanical issues
Module 4: Patient Monitoring Systems in Practice
- Key components of patient monitoring systems: sensors, display units, and alarms, and their role in critical care
- Ensuring proper calibration and signal integrity
- Preventing false alarms, improving device accuracy, and troubleshooting signal loss or inaccurate readings
Module 5: Infusion Pumps and Ventilators
- Components and types of infusion pumps — syringe, volumetric, and PCA — and the key challenges faced during their maintenance
- Overview of ventilator components and their functions
- Ensuring proper calibration and testing, and addressing common mechanical and electrical failures in both device types
Module 6: Calibration and Testing Procedures
- Why calibration is critical to the accuracy of biomedical devices, and the standards and procedures used for different equipment
- Tools and instruments used for calibration
- Functional and performance testing for devices such as ECG machines, infusion pumps, and patient monitors, plus safety checks for regulatory compliance
Module 7: Electrical Systems: Components and Repairs
- Understanding the electrical systems of biomedical equipment: circuits, power supply, and wiring
- Common electrical faults and how to detect them, and the role of electrical safety in maintenance
- Techniques for repairing faulty wiring and power supply issues, using diagnostic tools to ensure repairs meet safety standards
Module 8: Mechanical Systems: Components and Upkeep
- The role of mechanical systems in devices such as infusion pumps, ventilators, and diagnostic equipment
- Understanding gears, motors, pumps, and other mechanical components
- Troubleshooting mechanical issues like jams, wear, and misalignment, and proper lubrication, cleaning, and replacement of worn parts
Module 9: Embedded Software: Understanding and Troubleshooting
- Understanding embedded software in medical devices and its role in diagnostics and operation
- Identifying common software issues and bugs in equipment
- Techniques for resolving software malfunctions, reinstalling or updating software and firmware, and ensuring the software interface works properly
Module 10: Regulatory Standards and Safety Protocols
- International standards such as ISO, IEC, and FDA regulations, and how compliance ensures safety and effectiveness
- The role of HTM professionals in maintaining regulatory compliance
- Ensuring safety when handling biomedical devices, using PPE, following electrical safety standards, and safely disposing of components
Module 11: Spare Parts and Vendor Management
- The importance of maintaining a proper spare parts inventory, including best practices for stock levels, storage, and usage
- Identifying critical parts and ensuring their availability
- Building supplier relationships for timely delivery, negotiating pricing and terms, and quality assurance when sourcing parts
Module 12: Documentation and Maintenance Reporting
- Keeping accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, including calibration results, testing procedures, and service histories
- Using software to track service schedules and equipment status
- Writing clear maintenance and service reports, with recommendations and compliance with institutional reporting standards
Module 13: Scheduling Maintenance to Extend Equipment Life
- Developing a preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer guidelines and usage, and balancing emergency repairs with routine tasks
- Prioritising critical equipment and resources
- Strategies and best practices for extending equipment life, including incorporating new technologies into maintenance routines