Training Program on Safety & EMC Requirements of Medical Devices based on IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2

IEC 60601 Safety and EMC Requirements for Medical Devices

Based on IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2

Based on IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2

Training duration: 2 Days

Course Overview

This training program is designed to build your confidence in developing safe electrical medical devices that meet global type approval and regulatory requirements. Gain a structured approach for implementation, enabling development of products that adhere to high-quality and safety standards. Learn how to minimize risk early in the design and development phases by understanding and applying IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2 standards along with integration of ISO 14971 principles for risk management. 

What Will You Learn?

IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2 standards govern the basic safety and essential performance of Medical Electrical Equipment and Systems.

This course will help you: 

  • Understand the scope and purpose of the IEC 60601-1 series and related standards
  • Identify classification criteria and specific requirements for medical electrical devices
  • Comprehend general safety and EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) test requirements
  • Learn common medical electrical safety tests and their application
  • Apply risk management principles in the design and testing of medical electrical equipment
  • Understand documentation, marking, and labeling requirements for compliance

Course Outline 

  • Scope, Purpose, and Related Standards
  • Key Changes in the Latest Editions (Scope of Changes)
  • Normative References
  • Standards and Classification of Medical Electrical Equipment
  • Common Medical Electrical Safety Tests
  • General Testing Requirements for Medical Electrical Equipment
  • Classification of Medical Electrical Devices and Medical Electrical Systems
  • Marking, Entry Points, and Documentation Requirements
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Requirements

Who Should Attend? 

  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Professionals
  • Research & Development Engineers
  • Auditors and Compliance Officers
  • Professionals involved in medical device organizations operating in jurisdictions requiring compliance with IEC 60601 series standards
  • Organizations expanding market reach to territories enforcing Medical Electrical Equipment safety testing

Pre-requisites: It is recommended that participants review the IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2 standards prior to attending this course to maximize understanding.

Learning & Career Benefits 

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to manufacture safe electrical medical devices
  • Identify and apply specific requirements for classification of medical electrical equipment
  • Review and understand common electrical safety testing methods
  • Understand the general requirements and best practices for testing medical electrical equipment, including EMC

Examination & Certification 

Participants will complete an online, open-book examination at the end of the course. A minimum score of 60% is required to pass. Successful candidates will be awarded a Course Completion Certificate by TÜV SÜD South Asia. Candidates who do not meet the passing criteria will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

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TÜV SÜD Bangladesh (Pvt.) Ltd.

Update Tower, Level- 12, 8 & 14, 01 Shahjalal Avenue, Sector-06, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh

Tel: +88 02 58954115, 58954120, Ext-119

Email: [email protected] 

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