Define: Sharp Instruments

The meaning of “Sharp Instruments” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Sharp Instruments defined in a legal contract?

  • Sharp Instruments means small, sharp or cutting instruments, likely to penetrate or perforate the skin upon contact. This includes items like needles, small scissors, blades, and scalpels. It does not include larger objects like metal bars or other items that could potentially cause damage to a waste treatment facility. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Sharp Instruments means small, piercing tools like needles, blades or scalpels, excluding larger damaging objects.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Purchase or lease of medical or surgical equipment
  • Setting of healthcare service standard and guidelines
  • Safety and waste management in healthcare and construction sectors

Relevant Sectors

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What is the most popular definition of 'Sharp Instruments'?

Sharp Instruments means small, piercing tools like needles, blades or scalpels, excluding larger damaging objects.