Frequently Asked Questions
The sales team at Electrogas Monitors have complied a list of questions they are commonly asked and provided the answers (with supporting documents) to help you better educate your staff on our products and services.
1. Why is it necessary to bump test my monitor daily?
Before starting work that involves exposure to an atmosphere that may contain a flammable or explosive gas, the atmosphere should be tested with a combustible gas meter. It is extremely important that the meter provides accurate measurements and is fully functional.
Click HERE to download supporting documentation from Occupational Health & Safety.
2. How do I perform a bump test without a docking station?
Click HERE to download step-by-step instructions for performing a manual bump test.
3. Is there a way to track my daily bump tests in case I get approached by safety personnel or my supervisor?
Click HERE to download a Bump Test tracking sheet. Electrogas Monitors also have Bump Test Log Books available, please contact us if you wish to receive one of these log books.
4. How do I perform a bump test using my BW MicroDock II System?
For printable step-by-step instructions for using the MicroDock II system -
Click HERE. Or to view our Online Training Videos, which covers docking station procedures Click HERE.
5. Who is the Electrogas Monitors representative for my area?
Electrogas Monitors has representatives that cover all regions within Alberta and now Saskatechewan. You may download a printable list of contact information - HERE, or visit our contact page.
6. Why does my monitor go off, even when I know there are no gases present?
There are a number of factors that can lead to your monitor moving off zero. The first being a drastic or sudden changes in temperature or pressure. The technology of the sensors within your personal gas detector may cause some fluctuation when this occurs. The second problem can be sensor poisioning or exposure to cross-reference materials. An article released by BW Technologies that explains a common source of poisioning can be downloaded HERE.
Thankfully, if your monitor does move off zero due to any one of these factors, you can perform a fresh air zero to reset the sensors. Instructions for completing a fresh air zero can be downloaded for both the GasAlert MicroClipXT and the GasAlert Quattro or you can once again view our Online Training Videos for a complete look into the operation and maintenance of your monitor.
7. My monitor is calibrated to methane, is that my only option? Is it the best option?
First off, No, methane is not the only option for calibration of your gas detection equipment. However, it is the most common combustible found in our work places. An article released by BW Technologies, found HERE, discusses the best practices when selecting a calibration gas mixture.