Biomedical Equipment Technician how-to
How to Perform an Electrical Safety Test
Safety tests protect patients and staff from electrical hazards.
Quick answer
Safety tests protect patients and staff from electrical hazards. In short: inspect; connect; measure, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Inspect the device, cord and plug for damage.
Connect the device to the electrical safety analyzer.
Measure ground resistance.
Measure leakage currents under normal and fault conditions.
Compare results to standards and manufacturer limits.
Record results and tag the device.
Safety reminders for biomedical equipment technicians
- Follow infection control when handling clinical equipment
- De-energize and discharge devices like defibrillators before repair
- Use ESD protection on sensitive electronics
- Tag out-of-service equipment clearly
Key terms
Preventive maintenance (PM) · Electrical safety test · Leakage current · Calibration · CMMS · Patient simulator: see the full biomedical equipment technician glossary.