Significant IATA DGR 2011 Regulatory Changes for Biological Specimens…
How to Ship Safely and in Compliance.
How to Ship Safely and in Compliance.
The dangerous goods regulations changes for 2011 are the largest to occur in over 20 years,
which makes transporting biological and clinical specimens even 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 2011 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 2011 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.
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.**
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).
- 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
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 2011 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 2011 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.
"As the Senior Analyst for our Transportation Department, staying abreast of the current regulations and proper classification and handling of Biological Substances and Infectious Materials is critical. The QuickSTAT seminars focus on the specific information I need to know in an informal and interactive setting ...I highly recommend them to anyone in the field." Todd Shamy |
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).