A training course on calibrating medical thermometers was held.

The Arab Industrial Development, Standardization and Mining Organization (AIDSO) held a training course on Calibration of Medical Thermometers via videoconference on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. The course was facilitated by Dr. Khaled Ali Mohammed, an expert at the National Institute for Standardization in the Arab Republic of Egypt.

The meeting was attended by 47 participants from the following Arab countries: the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Tunisia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Syrian Arab Republic, the Republic of Sudan, the Republic of Iraq, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Palestine, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, the Republic of Lebanon, the State of Libya, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Morocco, and the Republic of Yemen.

During the training course, a presentation was given on “Calibration of Medical Thermometers.” The presentation reviewed the various techniques for measuring body temperature, including the use of various medical thermometers, explaining their advantages and disadvantages, and the factors affecting measurement accuracy, such as environmental conditions and method of use.

The course also addressed how to use an electronic thermometer, explaining the correct steps for measuring temperature and accurately documenting readings. Emphasis was placed on the importance of maintaining device stability and using calibration tools such as black bodies and ovens to achieve accurate readings.

The training course featured an interactive discussion on methods for calibrating medical thermometers in accordance with international specifications, while reviewing best practices for improving performance and ensuring quality in the use of these devices in various healthcare sectors.