Med Gas Backfeeds

Backfeeding medical gas systems can be used to provide the functionality to a zone during construction. A well-planned and documented procedure is required and recommended by the ASSE 6000 series.

This plan only applies to positive pressure gas systems. It is important to plan the shutdown in advance. Identify the responsibilities of the shutdown and backfeed. Develop an equipment list and a shutdown notification form.

SCOPE

• Applies only to positive pressure gas systems.

• Plan the shutdown in advance.

• Identify the responsibilities during the shutdown.

• After the shutdown and backfeed.

• Recommended Equipment list.

• Suggested shutdown notification form.