There is a research that shows a safety scalpel is not as safe as Qlicksmart scalpel blade removers with a passing tray. With safety scalpels, nurses are in danger if the surgeons forget to retract the sharp blade, and vice versa.
It is worse for the non-retractable safety scalpel, as the danger remains present until the disposable scalpel is safely disposed of. Click here for Full Article (PDF)
| • | Normal plastic disposable scalpels do not comply with any regulations. |
| • | Safety scalpels are 2nd rate active safety devices - not automatic. |
| • | Qlicksmart scalpel blade removers are 1st rate safety devices - automatic containment/disposal. |
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