Published 1982 | Version v1
Book

The industrial sterilization of medical products: Pt. 1

Description

This part of the code of practice covers recommendations for the design, operation and process control of facilities for the gamma radiation sterilization of medical products. It also covers the responsibilities of those involved in the running of such facilities. Terms relevant to the recommendation are defined. Dosimetry in general, dosimetry at the radiation facility and the process control at such facility are discussed. Tables are also given on recommended primary and secondary dosimetry systems for the radiation sterilization of medical products

Availability note (English)

Available from South African Bureau of Standards, Private Bag X191, Pretoria, 0001 at SA R8.30 / US $4.77.

Additional details

Additional titles

Subtitle (English)
Gamma radiation facilities

Publishing Information

Publisher
South African Bureau of Standards.
Imprint Place
Pretoria (South Africa)
ISBN
0-626-06343-4
Imprint Pagination
42 p.

INIS

Country of Publication
South Africa
Country of Input or Organization
South Africa
INIS RN
16002114
Subject category
S60: APPLIED LIFE SCIENCES;
Resource subtype / Literary indicator
Standard or Specification
Descriptors DEI
BUILDINGS; CONTROL; DOSIMETRY; GAMMA RADIATION; INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE; IRRADIATION; IRRADIATION PLANTS; MEDICAL SUPPLIES; RADIATION DOSES; RECOMMENDATIONS; SPECIFICATIONS; STERILIZATION
Descriptors DEC
ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION; IONIZING RADIATIONS; MEDICINE; NUCLEAR FACILITIES; RADIATIONS

Optional Information

Secondary number(s)
SABS--0185(pt.1).