NEN EN ISO 7376 : SEP 2009

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 General requirements
   4.1 Design
   4.2 Materials for laryngoscope blades and single-piece
       laryngoscopes
   4.3 Environmental requirements
   4.4 Internal electrical power source
5 Performance requirements
   5.1 Blade and handle hook-on fittings
   5.2 Handle fittings
   5.3 Blade fittings
   5.4 Engagement
   5.5 Operating position
   5.6 Disengagement
6 Lamp for conventional blade
   6.1 Lamp and lamp base contact
   6.2 Screw threads for lamps
7 Lamps for fibre-illuminated laryngoscopes
8 Sockets for conventional blades
   8.1 Dimensions and centre contact
   8.2 Internal screw threads
9 Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization
10 Marking and labelling
11 Accompanying documents
Annex A (normative) Test method for security of lamp contact
Annex B (normative) Blade markings
Annex C (informative) Rationale
Bibliography

Provides general requirements for laryngoscopes used for intubation, and specifies critical dimensions for the handle and lamp of hook-on type laryngoscopes. It also addresses the interchangeability of blades and handles.