QLICKSMART

K983367 · Handren Assoc. · MMK · Nov 6, 1998 · General Hospital

Device Facts

• Record ID: K983367
• Device Name: QLICKSMART
• Applicant: Handren Assoc.
• Product Code: MMK · General Hospital
• Decision Date: Nov 6, 1998
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 880.5570
• Device Class: Class 2

Intended Use

Permits the safe and simple removal of scalpel blades from most commonly used scalpel handles Safely contains the blade immediately upon removal, eliminating the need for further handling prior to disposal The counter allows the user to monitor its use to see when it is becoming full and will need changing Scalpel handles compatible with the QLICKSMART® include: Swann Morton Blade sizes 3, 4, 7 and 9 Lawton Blade sizes 3 and 4 Martin Blade sizes 3, 4 and 7 Smic Blade sizes 3 and 4 Aesculap Blade sizes 3, 3L, 4 and 7 Sayco Blade sizes 3, 4 and 5 Nopa Blade sizes 3 and 4 Lance Blade sizes 3 and 4 Conqueror Blade size 3 Pro-Med Blade sizes 3 and 4 Paragon Blade sizes 3 and 4 Feather Blade size 7 Rocket Blade size 5 Generic Blade size 4 ab stainless Blade size 4 LRI Blade size 4 Jakobi Blade Size 4 Scalpel handles known to be incompatible with the QLICKSMART® include: Barron Handle Beaver Type Handles Disposable Handles.

Device Story

QLICKSMART is a mechanical sharps safety device designed for use in clinical settings (e.g., operating rooms). It facilitates the removal of used scalpel blades from reusable handles without manual handling. The device features an integrated containment mechanism that secures the blade immediately upon removal, reducing the risk of accidental percutaneous injury. It includes a built-in counter to track usage and indicate when the containment unit is full and requires replacement. The device is operated by healthcare personnel (surgeons, nurses, or technicians) during surgical procedures. By automating the blade removal process and providing secure storage, it minimizes exposure to contaminated sharps, thereby enhancing safety for clinical staff.

Technological Characteristics

Mechanical sharps removal and containment device. Features a manual blade removal mechanism and a mechanical counter for tracking blade capacity. Compatible with a wide range of standard reusable scalpel handles (e.g., Swann Morton, Lawton, Martin, Aesculap). Non-powered, standalone device.

Indications for Use

Indicated for the safe removal and containment of surgical scalpel blades from compatible reusable scalpel handles to prevent sharps injuries during disposal.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

NOV 6 1998

Robert T. Handren, Jr., M.S. President Handren Associates, Incorporated 5818 Princess Caroline Place Leesburq, Florida 34748

Re: K983367 QLICKSMART® Trade Name: Requlatory Class: II Product Code: MMK Dated: September 23, 1998 September 24, 1998 Received:

Dear Mr. Handren:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531

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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a leqally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address

"http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Timothy A Ulatowski

Director Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): K983367

Device Name: QLICKSMART®

Indications For Use:

"Permits the safe and simple removal of scalpel blades from most 1. commonly used scalpel handles"

"Safely contains the blade immediately upon removal, eliminating 2. the need for further handling prior to disposal"

"The counter allows the user to monitor its use to see when it is 3. becoming full and will need changing"

"Scalpel handles compatible with the QLICKSMART® include: ধ:

> Swann Morton Blade sizes 3, 4, 7 and 9 Lawton Blade sizes 3 and 4 Martin Blade sizes 3, 4 and 7 Smic Blade sizes 3 and 4 Aesculap Blade sizes 3, 3L, 4 and 7 Sayco Blade sizes 3, 4 and 5 Nopa Blade sizes 3 and 4 Lance Blade sizes 3 and 4 Conqueror Blade size 3 Pro-Med Blade sizes 3 and 4 Paragon Blade sizes 3 and 4 Feather Blade size 7 Rocket Blade size 5 Generic Blade size 4 ab stainless Blade size 4 LRI Blade size 4 Jakobi Blade Size 4"

"Scalpel handles known to be incompatible with the QLICKSMART® ഗ് include:

> Barron Handle Beaver Type Handles Disposable Handles."

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