What is IEC 60601? Why Must Electric Hospital Beds Comply with This Certification?

IEC 60601 is a series of safety standards developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for medical electrical equipment. These standards are designed to ensure that medical devices are safe for patients, caregivers, and the environment in terms of electrical safety, mechanical strength, biocompatibility, and essential performance.。

IEC Standards Achieved by Joson-Care

Our hospital beds have obtained the following IEC certifications, covering comprehensive requirements from structural safety to clinical application:

IEC 60601-1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance—this is the core standard for the entire IEC 60601 series.

IEC 60601-1-2: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements, ensuring devices operate stably in clinical environments without causing or being affected by interference.

IEC 60601-2-38: Applies to earlier hospital bed designs, addressing mechanical strength, operational safety, and clinical risk factors.

IEC 60601-2-52: Designed for modern hospital beds, particularly those used in long-term care facilities and home care settings, with enhanced protective measures for patients and caregivers.

What Does IEC Certification Mean?

Choosing a hospital bed certified to IEC standards is not just selecting a product that meets international safety requirements—it is providing an extra layer of essential protection:

✔ Complete protection against electrical hazards and leakage risks.

✔ Stable structure tested for strength, impact resistance, and anti-tipping—suitable for intensive care settings.

✔ Built-in safety features to prevent patient entrapment and falls from head, foot, or side areas.

✔ Increases safety assurance and regulatory compliance for medical institutions.

IEC certification is more than a regulatory requirement; it reflects a product’s quality, safety design, and corporate responsibility.

At Joson-Care, we adhere to international standards from development to manufacturing, ensuring uncompromised quality and delivering electric hospital beds that professionals can truly rely on—safeguarding the health and safety of every user.