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EN 12347:1998

Biotechnology - Performance criteria for steam sterilizers and autoclaves EN 12347:1998

Publication date:   Oct 23, 2003

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90.93 Standard confirmed   Apr 11, 2022

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CEN/TC 233 Biotechnology

European Norm

07.080   Biology. Botany. Zoology | 07.100.99   Other standards related to microbiology | 11.080   Sterilization and disinfection

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This European Standard specifies performance criteria for steam sterilizer and autoclave used for the destruction and prevention of release of microorganisms used in biotechnological processes. This European Standard applies if the intended use of steam sterilizers or autoclaves includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechological processes or if exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

90/220/EEC

Deliberate release into the environment of genetically modified organisms

Legislation 90/220/EEC
90/219/EEC

Contained use of genetically modified micro-organisms

Legislation 90/219/EEC
90/679/EEC

Protection of workers from risks related to exposure to biological agents at work

Legislation 90/679/EEC

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EN 12347:1998
90.93 Standard confirmed
Apr 11, 2022