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Who may perform equipment commissioning?
Who may perform equipment commissioning?
End user, clinical engineer, or other party acting on behalf of the receiving organization
What is required before using electrical items to avoid safety risks?
What is required before using electrical items to avoid safety risks?
Functional and safety testing or inspection
What is involved in setting up links and interfaces to other systems?
What is involved in setting up links and interfaces to other systems?
Out-of-hours access
What is the recommendation for payment related to equipment acceptance and commissioning?
What is the recommendation for payment related to equipment acceptance and commissioning?
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What is the process for checking the quality of clinical images before equipment release?
What is the process for checking the quality of clinical images before equipment release?
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What is necessary to do before releasing equipment for clinical use?
What is necessary to do before releasing equipment for clinical use?
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What special arrangements may be needed for the delivery of very large devices to the point of installation?
What special arrangements may be needed for the delivery of very large devices to the point of installation?
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What checks should be made upon receiving a delivery of equipment?
What checks should be made upon receiving a delivery of equipment?
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Why is storing equipment in corridors a risk?
Why is storing equipment in corridors a risk?
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What may installation suppliers need to carry out for major items like an x-ray unit?
What may installation suppliers need to carry out for major items like an x-ray unit?
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What steps are required for acceptance and commissioning of the simplest medical equipment?
What steps are required for acceptance and commissioning of the simplest medical equipment?
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Why is building good relationships with the installation engineer important?
Why is building good relationships with the installation engineer important?
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What key factors should be considered when evaluating the suitability of a clinical device for a specific application?
What key factors should be considered when evaluating the suitability of a clinical device for a specific application?
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What type of support should organizations look for from a supplier before purchasing a clinical device?
What type of support should organizations look for from a supplier before purchasing a clinical device?
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What are some important considerations when planning for the installation of a clinical device?
What are some important considerations when planning for the installation of a clinical device?
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Why is it important to have a project team for coordinating the installation of a clinical device?
Why is it important to have a project team for coordinating the installation of a clinical device?
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What are some considerations for delivering a clinical device to the installation site?
What are some considerations for delivering a clinical device to the installation site?
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What are the final steps in the installation process for a clinical device?
What are the final steps in the installation process for a clinical device?
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