Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) Practice Exam

Which system operates by automatically connecting to alternate power sources during interruptions?

1. Flammable Anesthetics System

2. WAGD System

3. Life Safety Branch

4. Electrical Life-Support Equipment

The correct answer is: Life Safety Branch

The system that automatically connects to alternate power sources during interruptions is known as the Life Safety Branch. This system is designed to ensure that critical life safety functions can continue seamlessly in the event of a power failure. It typically includes backup power solutions, such as generators, which activate automatically to provide power to essential services that support patient safety and well-being. In healthcare facilities, maintaining a reliable power supply for critical systems is vital. Life Safety Branch systems prioritize powering emergency and essential equipment, such as fire alarms, emergency lighting, and important medical equipment, thus safeguarding both patients and staff. The automatic transfer to an alternate power source enhances the resilience of healthcare operations and minimizes risks associated with power interruptions. Other options listed do not serve the same function. Flammable Anesthetics Systems are concerned with the safe delivery and management of anesthetic gases, while WAGD (Wastes Anesthetic Gas Disposal) Systems focus on the removal of waste anesthetic gases to maintain air quality. Electrical Life-Support Equipment refers to devices that directly support or maintain a patient’s life but does not inherently include an automatic power transfer capability. Thus, the Life Safety Branch is the most appropriate answer regarding systems that provide uninterrupted power continuity.