The proposed rule did not provide any specific requirements regarding gripping surfaces on transfer supports. However, in the MDE NPRM preamble the Access Board repeatedly noted that...
Search Results "Examination Equipment"
-
M305.2.6 Gripping Surfaces (Section-by-Section Analysis)
-
M305.2.7 Clearance (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Specifically, the Access Board sought input from the public in question 22, on whether transfer supports on diagnostic equipment could provide 1½ inches minimum clearance around the gripping...
-
M305.2.8 Fittings (Section-by-Section Analysis)
A different manufacturer stated that its seated diagnostic equipment uses armrests as transfer supports, which can be pushed back toward the rear of the equipment to allow entry....
-
M305.3 Standing Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
M305.3 provides the technical requirements for standing supports which are required on diagnostic equipment covered by M304....
-
M305.3.1 Length (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Access Board added a new provision applying to diagnostic equipment containing a wheelchair space that also requires standing supports....
-
M305.3.2 Height (Section-by-Section Analysis)
For horizontal supports, the MDE NPRM proposed a gripping surface height of 34 inches minimum and 38 inches maximum above the standing surface. There were no public comments on this...
-
M305.3.3 Fittings (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to prohibit standing supports from rotating in their fittings. There were no comments on this section and it was not addressed by the MDE Advisory Committee....
-
M305.4 Leg Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE Advisory Committee recommended adding additional language to this provision to clarify that “where the equipment provides stirrups, it must also provide an alternate method to support...
-
M305.5 Head and Back Support (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position and the seated position that can be adjusted to a reclined position to...
-
M306 Communication (Section-by-Section Analysis)
M306 in the final rule provides the technical criteria for communication from the diagnostic equipment to the patient....
-
M306.1 General (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed that, where diagnostic equipment communicates instructions or other information to the patient, the instructions or information must be provided in at least two of...
-
M307 Operable Parts (Section-by-Section Analysis)
M307 in the final rule provides the technical criteria for operable parts used by patients to activate, deactivate, or adjust the diagnostic equipment....
-
M307.1 General (Section-by-Section Analysis)
This is an introductory section.
-
M307.2 Tactilely Discernible (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed that operable parts intended for patient use be tactilely discernible without activation. Patients who are blind or have low vision have difficulty...
-
M307.3 Operation (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require operable parts to be operable with one hand and not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. There were no public comments on this...
-
M307.4 Operating Force (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to restrict the force required to activate operable parts to 5 pounds. The Access Board sought public input on this provision in question 42 on whether the...
-
A. Final Regulatory Assessment (EO 13563 and EO 12866)
Examples of such diagnostic equipment include examination tables and chairs, weight scales, mammography equipment, and other imaging equipment....
-
Figure M2: M301.4 Lift Compatibility
(at Diagnostic Equipment for Use by a Patient in a Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position)...
-
M301.4.1 Clearance in Base
-
M301.4.2 Clearance Around Base
-
PART 3: ACCESSIBLE EXAMINATION ROOMS
These features allow the patient to enter the examination room, move around in the room, and utilize the accessible equipment provided....
-
Figure M3: Overview of M302 Diagnostic Equipment for Use by a Patient in a Seated Position
-
M301 Diagnostic Equipment Used by Patients in Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position
-
M301 Diagnostic Equipment Used by Patients in Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position