This European Standard defines minimum requirements for the design and performance of stretchers and other patient handling equipment used in road ambulances for the handling and carrying of patients. It aims to ensure patient safety and minimize the physical effort required by staff operating the equipment.
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EN 1865-1:2010+A1:2015 history
2015EN 1865-1:2010+A1:2015 Patient handling equipment used in road ambulances - Part 1: General stretcher systems and patient handling equipment
2010EN 1865-1:2010 Patient handling equipment used in road ambulances - Part 1: General stretcher systems and patient handling equipment (Incorporates Amendment A1: 2015)