Washer-disinfectors - Part 5: Performance requirements and test method criteria for demonstrating cleaning efficacy (ISO 15883-5:2021)

This document specifies procedures and test methods used to demonstrate the cleaning efficacy of washer-disinfectors (WD) and their accessories intended to be used for cleaning of reusable medical devices. NOTE 1   The requirements can be used for washer-disinfectors intended for use with other articles used in the context of medical, dental, laboratory, pharmaceutical and veterinary practice. NOTE 2   This document does not apply to the activities to be performed by the manufacturers of reusable medical devices.