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Guard Prevent Protect

Guard Prevent Protect

Guard Prevent Protect

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document introduces the Swann-Morton Safety Scalpel with a Retracting Guard, designed to enhance safety by preventing sharps injuries and infections. It aligns with the EU Council Directive 2010/32/EU and UK Health and Safety regulations.

Specifications
The scalpel features an ergonomic design and is available in 11 blade shapes, including a stitch cutter. It is compliant with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.

Operating Procedures
  • Ready to Use: Orient the scalpel with the guard away, depress the trigger, and retract the guard until an audible click confirms the blade is exposed.
  • Safe Position: Re-sheath the guard by sliding it forward until it clicks, covering the blade.
  • Lock Position: After use, push the guard to the final lock position, confirmed by a click, ensuring the scalpel is safe for disposal.

Product Variants
The scalpel is available in both sterile and non-sterile versions, with various product sizes and references listed for boxes of 10 and 500.

Safety and Compliance
The scalpel is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals. Proper training is essential to prevent injury. Swann-Morton disclaims liability for misuse.

Contact Information
Swann-Morton Ltd., Sheffield, UK. Telephone: +44 (0)114 2344231, Email: [email protected], Website: www.swann-morton.com
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Guard Prevent Protect Retract to Use and Extend for Safety The Safety Scalpel with Retracting Guard by

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GUARD against infection, PREVENT accidental sharps injuries and PROTECT your team. The EU Council Directive 2010/32/EU accepted into UK law under the Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) regulations 2013 aims to achieve the safest possible environment for healthcare workers through the prevention of sharps related injuries. The legislation calls for the consideration of medical devices incorporating safety-engineered mechanisms as part of risk assessment processes alongside training and education in best practice when handling sharp devices. With a graduated measure and ergonomic...

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3 Once the procedure has concluded, move the guard from the closed ‘SAFE’ position to the final ‘LOCK’ position. To activate the permanent ‘LOCK’ position, place your thumb behind the trigger and push the guard forwards with a deliberate forward force. This securely engages the final ‘LOCK’ position, confirmed by an audible click. Single-handed top-activation allows for ambidextrous use. All medical devices comply with the Medical Device Directive, 93/42/EEC as referred by Part II of The Medical Devices Regulations 2002, Annex II excluding section 4 (as modified by Part 2 of Schedule 2A to The...

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Ready to 'USE' Final LOCK'Safety Scalpel with a Retracting Guard - SterileHandle fitted with a Stainless Steel Surgical Blade, individually packed.Sterile iSterileProduct Size Unit Product REF Product Size Unit Product REF 10 Safety Scalpel with a Retracting Guard - Non-SterileHandle fitted with a Stainless Steel Surgical Blade, bulk packed.Non-Sterile Non-Sterile Product Size Unit Product REF Swann-Morton and the 'ring pattern' logo are registered trademarks of Swann-Morton Limited and related companies. The products shown are manufactured for use by trained health care professionals and can...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.