BD SafetyGlide™ Shielding Hypodermic Needle – 21G x 1" (SKU: 305915)

Description

The BD SafetyGlide™ Shielding Hypodermic Needle (305915) is a safety-engineered needle designed to reduce the risk of accidental needlestick injuries in clinical environments. Featuring a 21 gauge x 1-inch needle with a standard Luer hub, it integrates BD’s Activation-Assist™ technology to support safe and consistent use.

This needle incorporates a single-handed, user-activated safety shield that extends smoothly over the needle tip immediately after use. The intuitive mechanism requires minimal change to standard injection technique, helping promote compliance with sharps safety protocols without disrupting workflow or efficiency.

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Identification

• Product Identifier: SafetyGlide™ Shielding Hypodermic Needle

• Product Code: 305915

• Brand: BD

• Size: 21 Gauge x 1 inch (0.8 mm x 25 mm)

• Hub Color: Green

• Material: Stainless Steel Needle / Polypropylene Hub

• Type: Safety Hypodermic Needle

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Key Benefits

• Sharps Injury Prevention: Integrated safety shield permanently covers the needle after use

• Single-Handed Activation: Enables safe engagement while maintaining control of the injection site

• Activation-Assist™ Design: Smooth, reliable deployment of the shielding mechanism

• Universal Compatibility: Fits all standard Luer-Lock and Luer-Slip syringes

• Patient Comfort: Precision-engineered BD needle tip supports smooth penetration

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Applications

• Intramuscular (IM) Injections

• Blood Collection (Syringe Method)

• Medication Preparation and Drawing

• General Fluid Transfer

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Usage Guidelines

• Sizing: 21G x 1" is commonly used for adult IM injections and blood draws

• Storage: Store at standard room temperature

• Disposal: Activate safety shield and dispose of immediately in an approved sharps container

• Usage:

  1. Attach needle securely to syringe

  2. Remove protective cap

  3. Perform injection or procedure

  4. Immediately push the safety lever forward using finger or thumb

  5. Confirm full needle coverage with an audible and tactile “click”

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Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard: Compliant

• Sterile: Gamma Irradiated

• Latex Free: Yes

• Pyrogen Free: Yes

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Comparison with Competitor Products

The BD SafetyGlide™ system is often preferred by clinicians who want full control over the timing of safety activation, unlike passive or automatic retraction needles. Its low-profile design also supports low-angle injections when required.

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Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

• Nurses

• Phlebotomists

• Paramedics

• Pharmacists

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Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Activate the safety mechanism immediately after needle withdrawal

• Always verify engagement by confirming the audible/tactile click

• Do not attempt to reset, disengage, or reuse the safety shield