Shipping of Infectious Biological Samples
Course Overview
The Shipping of Infectious Biological Samples is an onsite training course designed to ensure the safe, secure, and compliant handling of infectious substances intended for shipment.
The course focuses on proper laboratory practices for materials that will undergo transport, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and execution to prevent accidents, exposure, or release during shipping. It follows the requirements of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, along with applicable domestic and international standards.
Participants will gain practical knowledge on the classification of biological materials, packaging requirements, documentation, and shipment procedures for infectious substances. The training highlights the importance of regulatory compliance to protect personnel, transport operators, the public, and the environment.
- Importance of safe and compliant shipping
- Risks associated with transport of infectious materials
- Overview of domestic and international transport standards
- Introduction to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
- Definitions of infectious substances
- Categories of infectious materials (Category A and Category B)
- Exempt patient specimens and other biological materials
- Assignment of UN numbers and proper shipping names
- Principles of packaging for infectious substances
- Triple packaging system
- Packaging instructions under IATA regulations
- Selection and use of approved packaging materials
- Marking and labeling requirements
- Shipper’s responsibilities
- Required documentation and declarations
- Handling and storage prior to shipment
- Coordination with couriers and transport operators
- Common errors and non-compliance issues
- Monitoring shipments and ensuring traceability
- Spill, leakage, and exposure response during transport
- Reporting and corrective actions
- Regulatory compliance and audit readiness
- Course review and practical exercises
It is an onsite training course focused on the safe and compliant shipping of infectious biological samples in accordance with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and applicable standards.
The course is intended for laboratory personnel, researchers, couriers, safety officers, and staff involved in the preparation, packaging, or shipment of infectious substances.
The training is based primarily on the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, along with relevant domestic and international transport standards.
Yes. The course includes practical demonstrations and exercises on packaging and shipment preparation.
Compliance ensures the safety of personnel, transport operators, and the public, and helps prevent accidents, delays, and regulatory penalties.
Yes. Participants who complete the course requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Upcoming Schedule
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