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Recognized Consensus Standards: Medical Devices

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Part B: Supplementary Information Sheet (SIS)
FR Recognition List Number 042 Date of Entry 06/15/2016 
FR Recognition Number 5-102
Standard
IEC  60417:2002 DB
Graphical symbols for use on equipment
Scope/Abstract
IEC 60417 graphical symbols are primarily intended to:
- identify the equipment or a part of the equipment (e.g. a control or display);
- indicate a functional state (e.g. on, off, alarm);
- designate connections (e.g. terminals, filling points for materials);
- provide information on packaging (e.g. identification of contents, instructions for handling);
- provide instruction for the operation of the equipment (e.g. limitations of use).
IEC 60417 does not apply to symbol originals for:
- safety signs;
- use on drawings and diagrams;
- use in technical documentation of products and in technical product documentation;
Extent of Recognition
Complete standard
Rationale for Recognition
This standard is relevant to medical devices and is recognized on its scientific and technical merit and/or because it supports existing regulatory policies.
Public Law, CFR Citation(s) and Procode(s)*
Regulation Number Device Name Device Class Product Code
21 CFR Part 660 Biologics, labeling, reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
21 CFR Part 801 Labeling, medical devices, reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
21 CFR Part 809 Labeling, medical devices.
Relevant FDA Guidance and/or Supportive Publications*
Appropriate Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards in Premarket Submissions for Medical Devices - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff, issued September 2018.
FDA Technical Contact
 Scott A. Colburn
  FDA/OC/CDRH/OSPTI/DAHRSSP/SCAP/
  301-796-6287
  scott.colburn@fda.hhs.gov
Standards Development Organization
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission http://www.iec.ch/
FDA Specialty Task Group (STG)
General I (QS/RM)
*These are provided as examples and others may be applicable.
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