Medical Gas Pipeline Systems (MGPS) Design, Installation & Compliance to SANS 7396
Medical Gas Pipeline Systems (MGPS) are critical life-support infrastructure in healthcare facilities. Compliance with SANS 7396 ensures patient safety, system reliability, and regulatory conformity in hospitals, clinics, and specialised healthcare environments.
- Online – Microsoft Teams
- 25 – 26 August 2026
- 2 CPD Points
- Price : R 8 999.00
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
Understand the requirements and application of SANS 7396
Identify the different medical gases and their applications within healthcare facilities.
Design compliant Medical Gas Pipeline Systems.
Perform basic flow calculations and pipe sizing.
Select appropriate piping materials, valves and equipment.
Conduct testing, verification and commissioning activities
Introduction to Medical Gas Pipeline Systems (MGPS)
- Purpose and importance of MGPS
- Overview of healthcare gas requirements
- Applicable standards and regulations
- Scope of SANS 7396
- Legal and compliance framework in South Africa
Medical Gases and Applications
- Oxygen (O₂)
- Medical Air
- Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
- Vacuum Systems
- Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
- Anaesthetic Gas Scavenging Systems (AGSS)
System Design Principles (SANS 7396 Requirements)
- Design philosophy and risk management
- Zoning and isolation valve requirements
- Flow calculations and pipe sizing
- Pressure requirements and system redundancy
- Location and design of plant rooms
- Alarm and monitoring systems
- Pipeline routing and segregation
Materials and Components
- Copper pipe specifications
- Fittings and brazing materials
- Valves and terminal units
- Manifolds and bulk storage systems
- Pressure regulators
- Identification and colour coding
- Labelling requirements as per SANS 7396
Installation Practices
- Cleanliness requirements
- Handling and storage of pipes
- Brazing procedures (nitrogen purging)
- Avoiding contamination
- Cross-connection prevention
- Jointing methods
- Installation documentation
Testing and Commissioning
- Pressure testing procedures
- Leak testing methods
- Strength and tightness tests
- Purging and gas quality testing
- Cross-connection testing
- Functional alarm testing
- Final verification procedures
Operation and Maintenance
- Routine inspection schedules
- Maintenance best practices
- Fault identification and troubleshooting
- Record keeping and documentation
- Risk management and emergency response
Verification and Certification
- Role of Authorised Persons
- Competency requirements
- Documentation required for certification
- Compliance audits
- Handover procedures