How to Ship Biological Specimens Safely and in Compliance...
Recent IATA DGR regulatory changes and increased enforcement of the law make shipping biologics globally more challenging. Avoid fines and
delays--learn the risks, liabilities and your responsibilities:
Transportation of biological substances and infectious materials has become increasingly challenging. With heightened enforcement and penalties by the FAA, along with new regulations and requirements, shipper's need to know more and do more than ever before.
The new regulations have brought about many changes which have caused confusion and concern for compliance among Life Science Shippers.
We will review the changes to IATA DGR to include:
This seminar will provide a full explanation of the new laws and requirements so you can package, classify and ship clinical specimens correctly and in compliance. You will gain an understanding of your risks and liabilities involved in the worldwide transport of infectious and biological substances, HAZMAT goods and dry ice by air. Plus, you will learn how to avoid costly incidents and legal penalties.
The need for proper training has never been greater. Join us for an information packed and insightful seminar.
Junius “Jay” Johnson is the Regulatory Compliance Manager for Inmark, a company which specializes in clinical and hazardous materials packaging. Jay is an expert in transportation regulations (including certification by the Scottish Qualifications Authority as a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor in Great Britain) where his niche is packaging solutions for the chemical and life science industries. As presenter, trainer, and writer on issues pertaining to the transport of regulated material, Jay is a globally recognized speaker on the topic of infectious substance transportation with 20 years of practical experience shipping, transporting and packaging dangerous goods. He is an officer for the Dangerous Goods Advisory Council (DGAC) and is a member of the delegation to the UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods.
* Individuals that ship Substance Category A material will need additional training beyond the scope of this seminar.
** Each hazmat employer will have to review the training material to determine if this program meets their individual requirements for certification (under Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations).
Recent IATA DGR regulatory changes and increased enforcement of the law make shipping biologics globally more challenging. Avoid fines and
delays--learn the risks, liabilities and your responsibilities:
- Learn the new laws and how they affect you
- Avoid costly incidents and delays
- Avoid legal penalties
- Understand new classification criteria
- Learn proper handling, labeling, packaging and shipping
- Ensure the integrity of your critical shipments
- Answer enforcement questions correctly if you are audited
"The QuickSTAT seminars focus on the needs of our studies requiring
international and continental shipment of biological specimens, and
helps our staff stay abreast of new regulations. It meets the requirements for annual certification for international biologics shipping.
The seminars are excellent, and the QuickSTAT staff is very responsive to our specific needs. I highly recommend them!"
Ron Kase, Senior Nurse Co-coordinator
Westat
Westat
About the seminar:
Transportation of biological substances and infectious materials has become increasingly challenging. With heightened enforcement and penalties by the FAA, along with new regulations and requirements, shipper's need to know more and do more than ever before.
The new regulations have brought about many changes which have caused confusion and concern for compliance among Life Science Shippers.
We will review the changes to IATA DGR to include:
- new packing instructions
- significant renumbering of the packing instructions for air
- new "Proper Shipping Names"
- new classification criteria
- new closure requirements for liquid substances
- a complete revamp of Limited Quantity Exception
This seminar will provide a full explanation of the new laws and requirements so you can package, classify and ship clinical specimens correctly and in compliance. You will gain an understanding of your risks and liabilities involved in the worldwide transport of infectious and biological substances, HAZMAT goods and dry ice by air. Plus, you will learn how to avoid costly incidents and legal penalties.
The need for proper training has never been greater. Join us for an information packed and insightful seminar.
About General Awareness Certification
This seminar will introduce students to the domestic and international requirements for transporting hazardous materials (dangerous goods) specific to the biopharmaceutical industry. Participants will receive a General Awareness on all the dangerous goods regulations as well as Function Specific, Safety and Security training and certification regarding the transport of Biological Substances, Category B and Dry Ice.**About the Instructor:
Junius “Jay” Johnson is the Regulatory Compliance Manager for Inmark, a company which specializes in clinical and hazardous materials packaging. Jay is an expert in transportation regulations (including certification by the Scottish Qualifications Authority as a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor in Great Britain) where his niche is packaging solutions for the chemical and life science industries. As presenter, trainer, and writer on issues pertaining to the transport of regulated material, Jay is a globally recognized speaker on the topic of infectious substance transportation with 20 years of practical experience shipping, transporting and packaging dangerous goods. He is an officer for the Dangerous Goods Advisory Council (DGAC) and is a member of the delegation to the UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. * Individuals that ship Substance Category A material will need additional training beyond the scope of this seminar.
** Each hazmat employer will have to review the training material to determine if this program meets their individual requirements for certification (under Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations).