The plastic cover did not contact the patient or surgical staff.No injuries were associated with the reported event.A steris service technician arrived onsite to inspect the surgical lighting system and found that both screws that secure the cover to the light were still in place; however, the yoke cover appeared to be damaged.The technician installed a replacement cover for the subject surgical lighting system, confirmed the lighting system was operating properly, and returned the unit to service.Based on the description of the reported event, it appears the surgical lighting system sustained impact damage resulting in the detachment of the yoke cover.The operator manual states (pp.1-3), "do not bump lightheads into walls or other equipment." the operator manual further states (pp.1-4), "do not bump lightheads into walls or other equipment.Always use handles when positioning lighthead during surgical procedures, or when cleaning or servicing the lighting system." a steris account manager counseled user facility personnel of the proper use and operation of the led surgical lighting system.The lighting system was installed in 2015 and is under steris service agreement.No additional issues have been reported.
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