Daniels Sharpsmart - User Manual

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Summary

Sharpsmart ACCESS PLUS Instructions

To Open

Instructions for opening the Access Plus sharps collector, including semi-access and full access methods.

Usage

Guidance on correctly disposing of sharps into the Access Plus collector by dropping them downwards.

Full Collector Handling

Action to take when the Access Plus collector reaches its fill level: lock and replace it.

To Close

Steps for securely closing the Access Plus sharps collector by pressing the lid and sliding the front lock.

To Lock

Procedure for permanently locking the Access Plus sharps collector by depressing red tabs and sliding side locks.

Sharpsmart REGULAR Instructions

Open

Instructions for opening the Regular Sharpsmart collector, including lid locking.

Syringes Disposal

Method for disposing of syringes horizontally onto the tray in the Regular collector.

Light Sharps Disposal

Guidance on dropping light sharps horizontally onto the tray and manually emptying it.

Full Collector Handling

Action to take when the Regular collector tray remains vertical: lock and replace the collector.

To Close

Steps for securely closing the Regular sharps collector by pressing side supports and sliding the front lock.

To Lock

Procedure for permanently locking the Regular sharps collector by depressing red tabs and sliding side locks.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. General Safety Instructions (Applicable to all Sharpsmart Collectors)
5. Specific Usage Features for Sharpsmart Access Plus (Red Collector)
6. Specific Usage Features for Sharpsmart Regular (Grey Collector)
7. Maintenance Features

The Sharpsmart system, manufactured by Daniels Health, is a comprehensive solution designed for the safe and efficient disposal of sharps waste in healthcare settings. It encompasses a range of collectors, each tailored for specific types of sharps and usage scenarios, along with clear instructions for their operation and maintenance. The overarching goal of the Sharpsmart system is to enhance safety for healthcare professionals and patients by minimizing the risk of needlestick injuries and ensuring proper waste segregation.

Function Description:

The Sharpsmart system functions as a closed-loop sharps disposal system, providing a secure and puncture-resistant container for the immediate disposal of used needles, syringes, and other sharp medical instruments. Its primary function is to contain these hazardous items safely from the point of use until final disposal, preventing accidental exposure and contamination. The system is designed to be user-friendly, with intuitive mechanisms for opening, depositing sharps, and securely locking the collector once full. By providing a dedicated and highly visible receptacle for sharps, it promotes immediate and correct disposal practices, reducing the temptation to place sharps in general waste bins or other inappropriate containers. The design also incorporates features that prevent manual access to the deposited sharps, further enhancing safety.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific technical specifications like material composition (e.g., high-density polypropylene for puncture resistance) and exact dimensions are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, the visual information and instructions imply several key characteristics:

• Puncture Resistance: The collectors are inherently designed to be puncture-resistant, a critical safety feature for containing sharp objects.
• Leak Resistance: The secure locking mechanisms and robust construction suggest a design intended to prevent leaks and spills of potentially contaminated contents.
• Tamper Resistance: Once locked, the collectors appear to be designed to prevent unauthorized access to the contents, with "permanent" side locks indicating a one-time locking mechanism for final disposal.
• Capacity Indicators: The "FULL" indicator, either visual or implied by the fill level, is a crucial feature for knowing when a collector needs to be replaced.
• Ergonomic Design: The collectors feature handles and a design that appears to facilitate safe transport and placement.
• Color-Coding: While not explicitly stated, sharps containers are typically color-coded (often yellow or red) to signify their contents and ensure proper waste stream segregation, which is a common industry standard for such devices. The images show red and grey containers, suggesting a consistent design.

Usage Features:

The Sharpsmart system emphasizes ease of use and safety through a series of clear, step-by-step instructions.

General Safety Instructions (Applicable to all Sharpsmart Collectors):

1. Never put your hands into a collector: This is the paramount safety rule, reinforced by the design that discourages manual retrieval.
2. Never put sharps into normal waste bags or bins: This highlights the importance of proper segregation and prevents sharps from entering the general waste stream, where they pose a significant hazard.
3. Never place general waste into a collector: This ensures that the collector is used exclusively for sharps, preventing overfilling with non-hazardous waste and maintaining the integrity of the sharps waste stream.
4. Never throw sharps into a collector: This instruction, while seemingly counterintuitive, likely refers to dropping sharps in a controlled manner rather than forcefully throwing them, which could cause splashing or damage to the container. The "Drop items pointing downwards into opening" instruction for the Access Plus model supports this interpretation.

Specific Usage Features for Sharpsmart Access Plus (Red Collector):

• Opening Mechanism:
  • Slide the front lock to the left for initial opening.
  • Lift the lid to 45 degrees for "semi-access opening," allowing for controlled disposal.
  • Lift the lid to 90 degrees for "full access opening," likely for larger items or when more space is needed.
• Sharps Disposal: Drop items pointing downwards into the opening. This orientation helps prevent splashing and ensures items fall correctly into the container.
• Full Indicator: The collector is full when sharps reach the fill level. At this point, it must be locked and replaced.
• Closing Mechanism:
  • Press the lid down firmly to secure it.
  • Slide the front lock fully to the right to engage the primary lock.
• Locking Mechanism (Permanent):
  • Depress red tabs.
  • Slide side locks completely forward. These side locks are noted as "permanent," indicating that once engaged, the collector cannot be reopened, ensuring secure containment for transport and disposal.

Specific Usage Features for Sharpsmart Regular (Grey Collector):

• Opening Mechanism:
  • Slide the front lock to the left.
  • Lift the lid until it locks open, providing a stable opening for disposal.
• Sharps Disposal (Syringes):
  • Drop syringes horizontally onto the tray. The tray is designed to empty itself, presumably by tilting or a similar mechanism, depositing the syringe into the main body of the collector.
• Sharps Disposal (Light Sharps):
  • Drop light sharps horizontally onto the tray.
  • Manually lift the tray to empty it, indicating a slightly different mechanism for lighter items compared to syringes.
• Full Indicator: The collector is full when the tray remains vertical, indicating that the internal capacity has been reached. At this point, it must be locked and replaced.
• Closing Mechanism:
  • Press both side supports inward to close the lid.
  • Slide the front lock fully to the right to secure the lid.
• Locking Mechanism (Permanent):
  • Depress red tabs.
  • Slide side locks completely forward. Similar to the Access Plus, these side locks are "permanent" for final closure.

Maintenance Features:

The provided instructions focus primarily on the correct usage and disposal of the collectors, rather than ongoing maintenance of the devices themselves, as they are designed to be single-use, disposable containers once full and locked. However, implicit "maintenance" aspects include:

• Timely Replacement: The instruction to replace a collector "when sharps reach fill level" or "when the tray remains vertical" is a critical maintenance step to ensure the system's effectiveness and prevent overfilling.
• Secure Closure Before Movement: The reminder to "Always close the collector before moving or removing container" is a key safety and "maintenance" practice to prevent spills and exposure during handling.
• No Defacing: The instruction "Do not deface or write on the collector" helps maintain the integrity of the container's labeling and structural components, ensuring it remains fit for purpose and easily identifiable.

In summary, the Sharpsmart system is a robust, user-centric sharps disposal solution that prioritizes safety through its design, clear operational guidelines, and permanent locking mechanisms. It aims to streamline sharps waste management in healthcare, reducing risks and promoting responsible disposal practices.

Daniels Sharpsmart Specifications

General

Brand	Daniels
Model	Sharpsmart
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English