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To define a consistent and transparent method for classifying the risk level of medical devices used within Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust.

This SOP supports safe, timely & proportionate decision-making and reduces unwarranted variation across divisions.

To provide a clear and consistent process for the management and return of medical devices to the Medical Devices Department following an incident, ensuring patient safety, preservation of evidence, and compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

To provide a clear, consistent and auditable process for Trust staff to follow when receiving external notifications from external organisations or agencies, ensuring these are appropriately submitted for upload to the Trust RADAR Alerts system.

The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to define the process for safe and compliant decommissioning of Medical Devices via External Service Providers (ESPs).

To provide best principles and practice in relation to the process that should be followed for the disposal of medical devices through the Mersey Care Foundation Trust’s (MCFT) disposal route.

The SOP supports consistent practice, clear accountability and appropriate financial oversight while ensuring alignment with SD59 Uniform, Workwear and Attire Policy. This SOP supports the SD59 Uniform, Workwear and Attire Policy by providing the operational process and practical guidance required to implement the policy consistently across the Trust. While the process is Trust-wide, approved divisional variations may apply where operational or security requirements necessitate controlled differences.