On June 17, 2026, Banhart Specialist Hospital hosted a specialized workshop and training program for laboratory staff from its Sunyani, Kumasi, and Ahafo-Kenyasi branches. The program, titled “Enhancing Laboratory Excellence Through Equipment Care and Quality Assurance,” was sponsored by AIGIS Medicals Supplies. The event aimed to strengthen the hospital’s diagnostic accuracy and patient safety by reinforcing best practices in equipment maintenance and quality management. WHO guidelines stress that comprehensive maintenance procedures are crucial for diagnostic lab equipment, and industry experts note that proper equipment care is “not an option but a necessity” for accurate results. The workshop assembled a multidisciplinary team of technologists, supervisors, and engineers to translate these principles into practice.
The primary goals were to reinforce laboratory quality management and ensure optimal performance of diagnostic equipment. The workshop emphasized alignment with international standards and recommended procedures for equipment maintenance. Sessions underscored that routine preventive maintenance and calibration are the baseline for reliable results. By focusing on equipment selection, installation, and SOPs, participants learned to embed a robust quality mindset for all lab processes.
Key Training Topics
Interactive sessions covered a range of topics critical to laboratory excellence. Trainers demonstrated hands-on equipment maintenance tasks (cleaning, lubrication, and routine checks) and proper calibration techniques to keep instruments “at their best”. Quality assurance principles were highlighted, including running regular quality control (QC) samples, documenting equipment maintenance logs, and handling corrective actions for any deviations. The role of documentation was emphasized: accurate maintenance records for each instrument were presented as vital for lab safety and result consistency. Participants also reviewed SOPs and discussed troubleshooting protocols to prevent downtime and ensure staff safety during equipment use. Banhart Specialist Hospital extends sincere gratitude to AIGIS Medicals Supplies based in Kumasi for generously sponsoring the workshop.