DNO/DMO (Designated Nursing/Medical Officer)

Role-based HTM02-01 DNO/DMO medical gas training for clinical staff responsible for supporting safe MGPS operation in clinical areas. Covers alarm response, isolations awareness, basic system understanding, and working effectively with the AP/engineering teams during routine and emergency situations.​

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Course Format

• Duration: 1/2 day or 2 courses in one day

• Delivery Options:

  • Bespoke on-site sessions for clinical teams

• Class Size: Typically 1–15 delegates

• Training Style:

  • Focused classroom instruction

  • Scenario-based practical discussion

  • Real-world alarm response exercises​

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Course Content

The DNO/DMO training programme equips senior nursing and clinical staff with essential awareness and response capability in relation to MGPS systems, including:

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• MGPS basic principles

• MGPS roles and responsibilities

• MGPS equipment requirements: correct use and capacity checks before purchase

• PTW and permissions: PTW, interruptions, contingency planning, permission to work, “Do not use” plugs

• Emergency situations: alarm indications, emergency isolations, fault reporting

• MGPS operational policy

• AGSS: principles, operation and safety

• Practical: isolation of AVSUs

• Practical: PTW exercise including temporary supply requirements

• Practical: local piped system appraisal and cylinder storage

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Course content is delivered through clear explanation, guided discussion, and practical examples that reflect typical clinical scenarios.

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Assessment & Certification

To confirm understanding of key course principles and response expectations:

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• Assessment Format: Knowledge verification through discussion-led review

• Outcome: Confirmation of understanding of MGPS awareness and safe response practices

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Delegates who complete the training receive a Designated Nursing Officer (MGPS) Training Certificate, demonstrating their preparedness to support safe MGPS operations in clinical settings.