What is BS 4376-1 - Specification for closed reach-in types refrigerators about?
BS 4376 is a European standard that discusses electrically operated blood storage refrigerators.
BS 4376-1 is the first part of a multi-part series that outlines the requirements for performance, testing and marking for refrigerators of the closed reach-in type, constructed following BS 2501, that are intended for the storage of whole blood and red cell components at a temperature of 4 ± 2 °C1).
The refrigerators are for use in climates having dry bulb temperatures and relative humidity, respectively, from16 °C and 80 % R.H. to 40 °C and 40 % R.H.
BS 4376-1 specifies particular requirements for the proper storage of unfrozen blood when in refrigerators.
Note 1: BS 4376-1 does not apply to the storage of blood grouping reagents.
Note 2: BS 4376-1 does not apply to refrigerated vehicle mounted blood storage facilities.
Note 3: It is recommended that, except for very small storage capacity requirements, separate refrigerators should be provided for stock blood and cross-matched blood reserved for individuals.
Who is BS 4376-1 - Specification for closed reach-in types refrigerators for?
BS 4376-1 on the specification for closed reach-in types refrigerators is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of Electrically operated blood storage refrigerators
- Blood collecting centres and hospitals
- Test centres
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS 4376-1 - Specification for closed reach-in types refrigerators?
Type 1 refrigerator is fitted with a single refrigeration system. Type 2 refrigerator is fitted with two independent refrigerating systems with manually operated or automatic change-over control so that, in the event of failure of any part of one system, the other may be brought into operation.
BS 4376-1 guides you on the materials and design for the external finish, internal finish, thermal insulation, shelves, drawers and partitions, lighting, doors, stability, refrigerating system, electrical equipment, recording thermograph, indicating thermometer and alarm systems to manufacture efficient closed reach-in types refrigerators and ensure necessary quality standard are achieved.
BS 4376-1 also assists you with tests for testing and evaluating the performance of electrically operated blood storage refrigerators of closed reach-in types.
With obedience and compliance to BS 4376-1, you can standardize the electrically operated blood storage refrigerators of closed reach-in types. In addition, ensure that the refrigerator continues to function effectively when in use.
