TS EN ISO 9999:2007

TS EN ISO 9999:2007 is a standard devoted to the classification of technical aids for disabled persons. In practical terms, this kind of classification standard organizes products by function so that different assistive technologies can be identified, compared, and catalogued more consistently. The subject is not the detailed design of each device, but the systematic distinction of the roles those devices serve in support of daily living and participation.

Purpose of the classification system

In general technical context, technical aids cover a broad family of products used to support mobility, communication, personal care, environmental control, learning, and everyday activities. A classification standard provides a shared terminology that helps healthcare, rehabilitation, social services, procurement, and information systems describe these products in the same way. This makes it easier to understand what a device is for, while not by itself defining how the product must be designed, tested, or rated for performance.

Why terminology matters in assistive technology

• Separating different aids within the same product family
• Using consistent terms in catalogues, databases, and procurement records
• Supporting faster access to the correct product group in care and rehabilitation settings
• Helping similar products be matched more consistently across organizations and countries

This record represents a classification standard based on the ISO 9999 family and is withdrawn. Its value lies primarily in the conceptual framework used to organize assistive technologies rather than in current product requirements. Understanding the distinctions between device categories is especially important where users' needs vary widely and precise information management matters.