Power cords used in hospitals and other medical settings must adhere to strict standards for grounding reliability, assembly integrity, strength and durability, as well as regulatory standards such as NEMA and IEC specifications. These standards are in place to ensure that power cords are safe and reliable for use in demanding hospital environments. This cable extends standard power cables for use in temporary applications, such as janitorial work. The female 5-15R connector plugs directly into the mating male power cord while the male hospital grade 5-15P connector plugs into a hospital grade supply outlet. Performance is guaranteed with a lifetime warranty so performance is never an issue. Easily recognizable with the Green Dot mark, this hospital grade power cord ensures compliance and delivers maximum performance.