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SEL Number: 09ME-02-SUCT
Title: Equipment, Suction Units


Last Updated: 11/30/2023 2:08:08 PM

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Description: Negative pressure devices that enable suctioning of patient airway. Airway maintenance device. Various models, both powered and manually operated.

ImportantFeatures:

Operating Considerations: All devices, including carrying/storage cases, should be impervious to infectious fluids. Consider ease of use and disposability of collection vessels, tubing, and related supplies. Products should be easy to use. Consider products with adjustable pressure settings, including large diameter suction devices and tubing; adult and pediatric applications; storage and transport requirements; battery life and related replacement costs. For powered units, 12 volt mobile, apparatus-based power and/or hand-operated power sources need to be considered. See also 09MS-02-SUCT.

Training Requirements: Core Training: ASTM F1031-22, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
450, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
470 (within medical scope of practice).
Initial Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day) per certification cycle

Mandatory Standards:

Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Responder Safety: Infectious Diseases
  • Law Enforcement: SWAT/Tactical Team
  • Basic Life Support
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Pre-Hospital
  • Hospital
  • Medical Disaster Stockpile