Indispensable: Equipment
that can not easily or economically be replaced and
is essential for the provision of health
services.
Essential: Similar to indispensable
equipment, except that it can be replaced easily or
cheaply.
Hazardous: Equipment that can injure people
and damage objects.
Chaotic: Equipment whose failure may cause
disruption
to its environs.
Functional: Equipment that is not used for
emergency
health care.