GUARD against infection, PREVENT accidental sharp injuries and PROTECT your team. Retract to use and extend for safety. The EU Council Directive 2010/32/EU accepted into UK law under the Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) regulations 2013 aims to achieve the safest possible environment for healthcare workers through the prevention of sharps related injuries. The legislation calls for the consideration of medical devices incorporating safety-engineered mechanisms as part of risk assessment processes alongside training and education in best practice when handling sharp devices. With a graduated measure and ergonomic design, the Swann-Morton Safety Scalpel with Retracting Guard is available in 10 different blade shapes including a stitch cutter.

• Handle fitted with stainless steel surgical blade
• 3 guard positions: neutral (safe), ready to use and final (locked)
• Sold sterile (individually packed) or non-sterile (bulk packed)