Medical equipment should be calibrated according to manufacturer’s guidelines and legal requirements. These may differ by country, and we will support you to ensure you are aware of the requirements. Medical equipment should be tested and calibrated when:
A specific period has elapsed; usually annually but in some instances twice yearly
Using a second-hand instrument from a source other than a company that specialises in calibration and service
When a specific amount of usage (or hours used) has elapsed
When an instrument has had a shock, been dropped, or suffered a vibration which could have knocked it out of calibration. This is especially important in portable devices
Whenever observations appear questionable. If the instrument appears damaged or is displaying unexpected readings, there’s a good chance it could be inaccurate and would require a calibration