1 Scope1.1 GeneralThis standard applies to steam sterilizers that are intended for use in hospitals and other health care facilities and thathave a volume greater than 56.63 liters (2 cubic feet).NOTE--For purposes of this standard, health care facilities means hospitals, nursing homes, extended-care facilities, freestandingsurgical centers, clinics, and medical and dental offices. For convenience, the term hospital is sometimes used in this standard; in allinstances, this term should be taken to encompass all other health care facilities.