Foundations of Life Safety: Rated Assemblies and Dampers
What you’ll learn:
This micro-course bundle equips learners with foundational skills to diagnose and repair common plumbing issues encountered in healthcare facilities. Through step-by-step demonstrations, learners will practice shutting off water supplies, safely disassembling components, identifying worn parts, and completing repairs using proper tools and materials. The course covers repairing bedpan washer assemblies, fixing leaking P-traps, and replacing shower valve cartridges, emphasizing correct O-ring and gasket replacement, lubrication practices, and reassembly techniques that ensure smooth, leak-free operation.
Learners will also explore common causes of failures, how to avoid damage during repairs, and when to escalate issues. Infection control and safety protocols specific to patient care environments are reinforced throughout to support clean, reliable, and minimally disruptive maintenance. By the end of the course, learners will be prepared to complete essential plumbing repairs accurately and confidently in healthcare settings.
$279.00 / year
$49.00 every 3 months
Learning Objectives:
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1. Identify the components and functions of common plumbing fixtures and assemblies
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2. Diagnose common causes of leaks and operational issues in fixture and drain assemblies
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3. Safely shut off water supplies and prepare work areas in accordance with healthcare infection control protocols and safety procedures
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4. Disassemble plumbing components correctly, including pivot arms, traps, handles, and cover plates, while avoiding damage to parts and surrounding surfaces
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5. Replace worn or damaged parts to support smooth operation and leak prevention
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6. Reassemble fixtures and perform verification tests to ensure repairs are completed accurately and reliably.
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7. Apply infection control and environmental considerations when performing plumbing repairs in patient care areas to minimize disruptions to patients and staff
What you’ll receive:
Certificate of completion
