BS 5402:1976 PDF

What is BS 5402 - Patient trolleys about?

BS 5402 is a standard that outlines the materials, dimensions, the constructional and electrical safety for patient trolleys to ensure that the acceptable quality standards for patient trolleys are achieved. The patient trolleys under BS 5402 can be supplied in four different forms:

With a fixed top With tilting top Without top With sliding top

At the option of the purchaser, patient trolleys may also be supplied with:

A fixed cradle or support to hold a 340 litre, 680 litres or 1360 litre oxygen cylinder A detachable pole for carrying infusion containers A fixed tray for carrying case notes, instruments, suction apparatus, etc. Safety sides A footrest/ headrest A control for tilt An adjustment backrest A radio translucent top with provision for cassette A mattress pad

Who is BS 5402 - Patient trolleys for?

BS 5402 on patient trolleys is useful for: