Description
Allows the operator to recap and remove the syringe needle in complete safety, eliminating the risk of accidental needle sticks.
Unique: internationally patented
Sterilizable: autoclavable (121°C for 15 minutes or 135°C for 5 minutes)
Ecological: promotes waste sorting as it enables just the needle to be disposed of in the sharps bin. Raw materials are biocompatible.
Safe: complete protection against accidental syringe needle sticks.
Economical: last 4 years, reducing costs by at least 50,000 € per year for a small hospital and over 200,000 € per year for a medium/large hospital.
THE PROBLEM:
960,000 accidental syringe stick injuries every year in Europe. Cost estimate resulting from syringe needle stick injuries exceeds 1 billion Euros.
LEGISLATION:
European Directive 2010/32/EU requires Member States to adopt more effective provisions to protect workers from accidental needle stick injuries from syringes.
THE SOLUTION:
Margherita allows total safety to operator and to healthcare workers responsible for the disposable of sharps.