| Model Number |
ML02-0117 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Leak/Splash (1354); Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Burn(s) (1757)
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| Date of Event |
10/06/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation of this event is currently in process.A follow-up report will be submitted when additional information becomes available.
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Event or Problem Description
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The user facility reported that two employees were exposed to skin and inhalation exposure after using the rapicide pa high-level disinfectant.This exposure caused a burning sensation to the employees' nose, eyes and throat.Report of a headache and whitening of skin was also reported.It is unknown if medical treatment was sought or administered.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The lot of the reported product was not provided and the bottle subject of the reported event was not returned for evaluation.Through follow-up with user facility personnel, it was discovered that the rapicide was placed in a recycle bag after use, and the tie to the recycle bag had loosened.A small amount of rapicide within the bag had spilled causing fumes to generate.The first employee had directly touched the bag and had to flush their eyes in the eyewash station.The second employee thoroughly washed their hands with soap and water quickly resolving the issue.It was confirmed that ppe was not worn at the time of the time of the event, but was worn during cleanup.The rapicide pa part a safety data sheet provides the following warning language and guidance, related to skin exposure and ppe usage: "causes severe skin burns and eye damage.Wash hands thoroughly after handling.Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.If on skin (or hair): rinse skin with water/shower." medivators offered counseling on the importance of wearing proper ppe when handling rapicide pa high-level disinfectant; however, the user facility declined.No additional issues have been reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Udi related data quality updates only - the lot/serial number is unknown, therefore, the applicable production identifiers were not included in the mdr.
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