We use red plug tops on ventilators only. IV systems have their own battery so it's less of a problem.

As for IEC connectors lying around on the floor plugged into the wall sockets it's positively dangerous and an accident waiting to happen ie electrocution. A burst saline bag liberally douses everything including the 'live' IEC connector lying on the floor and you have fried staff and possibly patient.

This is a practice that needs to be actively and if necessary forcibly discouraged.


Time is of the essence. Don't abuse it. Just make the most of it.