This standard specifies requirements and test methods for operating lights used in the dental office
and intended for illuminating the oral cavity of patients. It also contains specifications on
manufacturers' instructions for use, marking and packaging.This standard applies to operating lights, irrespective of the technology of the light source.This standard excludes auxiliary light sources, e.g. from dental handpieces and dental headlamps and
also operating lights which are specifically designed for use in oral surgery.