prEN 1865-7

Patient handling equipment used in ambulances - Part 7: Isolation transport system

General information

10.99   New project approved   Jun 19, 2026

CEN

CEN/TC 239 Rescue systems

European Norm

Scope

The scope of the proposed work item is to clearly describe the isolation transport system intended for the ambulance transportation of infectious patients.

Proposal for Scope:
This European Standard defines the minimum requirements for the design and performance of
a single-patient isolation unit used in road ambulances for the treatment and transport of
infectious patients. It aims to ensure protection of the environment or the patient from
exposure to infectious agents and safety and comfort for the patient.

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

2017/745

Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC

Life cycle

NOW

IN_DEVELOPMENT
prEN 1865-7
10.99 New project approved
Jun 19, 2026