What is BS 5194-4 - Scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments about?
BS 5194 is a European standard that discusses surgical instruments. BS 5194-4 is the fourth part of the multi-part series that outlines the requirements for stainless steel scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments, such as bone-nibbling forceps, used in surgery.
Requirements for the cutting ability of scissors and shears are included in BS 5194-4.
Note: A test for the cutting ability of jointed cutting instruments other than scissors and shears is under consideration.
Who is BS 5194-4 - Scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments for?
BS 5194-4 on the specification for scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments is useful for:
- Manufacturers of scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments
- Test centres or personnel involved in the testing of scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments
- Design engineers
Why should you use BS 5194-4 - Scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments?
Scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments are used in the operation theatre and are needed to be handled with care to prevent accidents in the operation theatre.
BS 5194-4 assists you regarding the material, hardness, heat treatment, corrosion resistance, design, workmanship, surface condition, packaging, and marking to improve the quality standard for scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments.
BS 5194-4 also provides a method of test for corrosion resistance using copper sulphate solution, a method of test for corrosion resistance using boiling water and a method of test for cutting ability. This assists in testing and evaluating the performance of scissors, shears, and other jointed cutting instruments.
In addition, with BS 5194-4 you can ensure the safety of patients and operators while operating.
