ASTM F565-00(2003)
Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments

Standard No.

ASTM F565-00(2003)

Release Date

2000

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM F565-04

Latest

ASTM F565-21

Scope

1.1 This practice covers recommended procedures for the handling of orthopedic implants and instruments.

1.2 Hospital receiving personnel, central supply personnel, operating room personnel, surgeons, and occasionally other individuals will handle orthopedic implants and instruments. All personnel should be informed of recommended care and handling procedures to prevent damage of orthopedic implants and instruments.

1.3 This practice does not cover producer level handling and packaging procedures.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F565-00(2003) history

• 2021 ASTM F565-21 Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2018 ASTM F565-04(2018) Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2004 ASTM F565-04(2013) Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2004 ASTM F565-04(2009)e1 Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2009 ASTM F565-04(2009) Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2004 ASTM F565-04 Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2000 ASTM F565-00(2003) Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments
• 2000 ASTM F565-00 Standard Practice for Care and Handling of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments