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The MHRA have updated their position on DEHP used in medcial devices/consumables and the info is now availabe on GOV.UK You can find Information for manufacturers and users of medical devices containing phthalates here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dehp-phthalates-in-medical-devices/dehp-phthalates-in-medical-devices Phthalates are chemicals added to polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic to make it softer and more flexible. Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is the …

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A new ‘forum’ topic has been started on medical device training; and whether its a mandatory requirement in your area or not. One of our members (Fortunate Mangaira), Medical Devices Educator from East Surrey Hospital is looking for help and assistance. can you help? Full details in the forums page…

What do you use to clean your medical devices?, what forms do you use to record this, and what systems do you have in place for declaring the decontamination status of medical devices used in your area. This is now one of our subjects in the members ‘forum’ area and has been set up so …

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If you have an up to date job description for a medical device trainer please can you forward copies to Paul Lee and Heather Legge. NAMDET is looking to develop a database of JDs and Person specs. but this is needed asap to help Heather recruit a replacement as a matter of urgency. Please forward copies …

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As one one of the contributers am now up and running though the NHS Computer is a bit slow so please allow time whilst I get hold of it working slower than other WordPress sites I run! Regards, Vince Ashton

For all administrators here’s a simple ‘how to’ guide on adding posts to the website. Please check all content before uploading as the website admin team have the right to remove any inappropriate info. We expect all regional chairs, and their teams to upload items and keep everyone posted on news, meetings, events and anything …

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Professor Sue Hill has issued an update on the project so far around credentialing for reps and industry colleagues. This exciting project is really taking shape and gathering pace. NAMDET have been invited to participate in all the meetings so far, and hope to work closely with the steering group to help launch the proposal …

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CME have been updating NAMDET regularly about the battery issues that were highlighted recently. The QA team at CME has informed us that their latest advice (as of 5th June) will be that they will not be recommending a battery insert as this may lead to other problems. Please see the attached correspondence and bring …

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CME have previosuly supplied a technical information bulletin to provide users of the T34™ syringe driver information when selecting a 9 volt battery. Internal impedance can vary, the construction and cell layout differs, and how long they they might last is also covered. Medical device trainers need to make themselves aware of the differences when …

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NICE are pleased to inform us that the IV fluids therapy in children consultation will begin on 1 June 2015 and run until 13 July 2015. Please find link to the webpage below. Guidance in development After June 1st this will be live and NAMDET will expect all feedback via your regional chairs and we will …

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