A guide on electrical safety in healthcare facilities has undergone a major update, according to an article on the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) website.
The Electrical Safety Manual, 2015 outlines the key components of an electrical safety program for medical devices and how to implement such a program. It also provides an overview of important codes, standards, and regulations that affect medical devices, according to the article.
The updated manual emphasizes ensuring that electrically powered devices are as free as possible from hazards.
The major updates are the inclusion of material regarding facility-related electrical safety and the 2012 update to the National Fire Protection Association 99 Health Care Facilities Code.
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