Which type of gas shall not be used to power the venture of a WAGD system?

In a Waste Anesthetic Gas Disposal (WAGD) system, the integrity and safety of the system are paramount to ensure proper disposal of waste anesthetic gases. Medical air is a type of gas that is specifically prepared for medical use and often contains a mix of oxygen and nitrogen, which is essential for supporting patient needs in various medical settings. However, it can also carry with it certain impurities or non-anesthetic gases that are not suitable for use in a WAGD system.

The primary function of a WAGD system is to safely capture and remove waste gases without risk to patients or staff. Using medical air to power the venture of a WAGD system could harm the system’s ability to effectively function, as it may interfere with the concentration and removal of anesthetic agents intended for disposal. It could lead to the introduction of non-anesthetic gases into the system, which is undesirable as it does not align with the specific technical requirements of safely handling waste anesthetic gases.

In contrast, inert gases, instrument air, and water do not carry the same risks associated with the potential contamination of materials that are vital to the effective operation of a WAGD system. Therefore, using medical air for this purpose is inappropriate and can lead to operational