Editorial Policy

Last updated: November 9, 2025

Our Commitment to Quality

The Terumo Equipment Guide is committed to providing accurate, reliable, and safe technical information to the biomedical equipment community. This editorial policy outlines our standards for content creation, review, and maintenance.

Editorial Standards

Accuracy and Reliability

All technical content must:

• Be based on official manufacturer documentation
• Cite authoritative sources and references
• Be reviewed by qualified biomedical equipment technicians
• Include appropriate safety warnings and precautions
• Be updated regularly to reflect current best practices

Safety First Approach

Patient safety and technician safety are our top priorities. All content must:

• Emphasize safety protocols and procedures
• Include relevant safety warnings and cautions
• Follow industry safety standards (OSHA, FDA, Joint Commission)
• Recommend qualified personnel requirements
• Never compromise safety for convenience

Content Sources and References

Primary Sources

We prioritize information from:

• Official Manufacturer Documentation: Service manuals, technical bulletins, and safety notices from Terumo Corporation
• Regulatory Agencies: FDA medical device guidelines, OSHA safety standards
• Professional Organizations: AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) standards
• Certified Professionals: Input from CBETs and Clinical Engineers

Secondary Sources

Supplementary information may come from:

• Peer-reviewed technical publications
• Industry best practice guides
• Professional training materials
• Conference presentations and workshops

Source Citation Requirements

All articles must include:

• External references to authoritative sources
• Links to official manufacturer resources
• References to applicable safety standards
• Attribution for contributed content

Content Review Process

Multi-Stage Review

Every article undergoes a thorough review process:

Stage 1: Technical Accuracy Review

• Verification of technical procedures and specifications
• Confirmation of part numbers and model references
• Safety protocol validation
• Regulatory compliance check

Stage 2: Professional Review

• Review by certified biomedical equipment technicians
• Clinical engineer validation for complex procedures
• Safety specialist review for high-risk content

Stage 3: Editorial Review

• Content clarity and organization
• Consistent terminology and formatting
• Appropriate reading level for target audience
• Complete reference citation

Content Types and Standards

Troubleshooting Guides

Must include:

• Clear problem identification procedures
• Step-by-step diagnostic approaches
• Safety precautions for each procedure
• When to escalate to manufacturer support
• Required tools and test equipment

Maintenance Guides

Must include:

• Detailed maintenance schedules
• Required tools and materials
• Step-by-step procedures
• Documentation requirements
• Performance verification tests

Beginner's Guides

Must include:

• Clear explanations of equipment purpose
• Basic operation principles
• Common terminology definitions
• Safety considerations for new technicians
• References to additional learning resources

Technical Deep Dives

Must include:

• Advanced technical specifications
• System architecture details
• Component-level troubleshooting
• Performance optimization techniques
• Engineering principles and theory

Update and Maintenance Policy

Regular Review Schedule

• Quarterly: Review of all safety-critical content
• Semi-annually: General content accuracy review
• Annually: Comprehensive content audit and update
• As needed: Updates for equipment recalls or safety notices

Version Control

All articles include:

• Original publication date
• Last updated date
• Version history tracking
• Change documentation

User-Generated Content Policy

Repair Tips and Submissions

User-submitted content is:

• Reviewed for accuracy and safety
• Verified against manufacturer documentation
• Edited for clarity and consistency
• Attributed to contributors when appropriate
• Rejected if unsafe or inaccurate

Moderation Standards

We reject content that:

• Recommends unsafe procedures
• Contradicts manufacturer guidelines
• Contains inaccurate technical information
• Promotes unqualified personnel performing service
• Includes commercial advertising or spam

Conflict of Interest Policy

Independence

The Terumo Equipment Guide maintains editorial independence. We are not affiliated with or sponsored by Terumo Corporation or any other medical device manufacturer.

Commercial Content

We do not include:

• Promotional content for specific vendors
• Paid product placements
• Advertising disguised as editorial content
• Affiliate marketing links

Error Correction Policy

Error Reporting

We encourage readers to report:

• Technical inaccuracies
• Safety concerns
• Outdated information
• Broken links or references

Correction Process

When errors are identified:

• Immediate review and verification
• Prompt correction of safety-related issues
• Update notification to regular readers
• Documentation of correction in version history

Contact for Editorial Matters

For editorial questions, corrections, or content suggestions:

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact form: Submit feedback