Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Storage Conditions Qualification Compliance & Validation Services

Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Storage Conditions Qualification Compliance & Validation Services

Compliance & Validation Services
Presents a 3-Day Training Course on:
Pharmaceutical Cold Chain &
Storage Conditions Qualification
14, 15 & 16 October 2014
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam
General Considerations:
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Types of temperature controlled storage units/facilities used and the potential level of
product/patient risk involved
What do the regulations and international/regulatory guidelines say?
Risk Management throughout the storage and distribution chain
Basing level and depth of testing on risk (Quality Risk Assessments)
Storage:
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Minimising compliance/patient risk through effective design
Fundamental design principles for controlled storage units
Mapping, qualification and monitoring requirements for fridges, freezers, cold stores,
incubators, stability cabinets, large stores/warehouses
Types of temperature mapping and permanent environmental monitoring
equipment/systems available and the validation of these systems
Distribution:
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Typical examples of distribution chains and the problems that may arise
Understanding your company’s distribution chain and the inherent challenges involved
Distribution strategies (best practices to reduce risk and cost)
Types and design of storage units and vehicles
Cold box qualification
Using a climatic zone approach to rationalise the qualification work involved
Qualifying temperature controlled vehicles
The use of simulation software to predict vehicle capability through different
environmental challenges and support the qualification studies
Course Summary: Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Storage Conditions Qualification - 14, 15 and 16 October 2014 – Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam
This course not only covers the fundamental considerations, challenges and solutions for effective cold chain management, it goes that one stage further and gives delegates an in-depth
appreciation of the key design/construction considerations and attributes of storage facilities and distribution systems, together with practical strategies and techniques for validating/qualifying the
systems involved. Included within the scope of this course are areas such as: key regulatory rules and guidance; key guidance and instructions from international organisations; design and
qualification of storage systems from ‘bench’ type through to large storage facilities; cold box qualification for range of climatic conditions (rationalising qualification strategy); vehicle design and
qualification; distribution strategies; monitoring systems (including qualification); risk management and important qualification document considerations.
The course will be presented by industry experts who collectively have worked with storage units, facilities and cold chain distribution for many years. Their considerable hands-on experience
and knowledge base will provide learning on current industry best practice, using practical real-life examples. There will be numerous opportunities to put the learning into practice during
carefully chosen case studies.
Day-time meals and refreshments together with a drinks reception and course dinner, held on the evening of Day 1, are included in the overall package.
Presenters
Mike James, Director, Compliance & Validation Services Limited.: Mike has over 20
years experience in the pharmaceutical industry, working in a variety of compliance and
validation roles. His experience includes preparation and delivery of national/clientbased validation training courses, hands-on validation work, validation project
management and regulatory compliance consultancy. Previously, Mike spent four years
as the Site Validation Manager for GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) at Speke, where he was
responsible for all site validation activities, including the development and maintenance
of the Site Validation Programme. Before moving to the pharmaceutical industry he
spent 15 years as an industry chemist.
John Welbourn, Director, Compliance & Validation Services Limited: A validation
professional with over 20 years experience, John has been responsible for the management
and execution of validation projects for many major pharmaceutical companies. He has
broad experience in the qualification of equipment, utilities and computerised systems, and
thermal mapping to support storage conditions. He has presented at conferences in the UK,
Europe and the US and has authored several articles on various aspects of validation. John
has contributed to The University of Manchester’s, Pharmaceutical Engineering Advanced
Training (PEAT) Course and Dublin Institute of Technology’s (DIT) MSc. course in
Pharmaceutical Process Validation.
Brian Collins, Global Operations Manager, GE Healthcare Life Sciences: Brian is
responsible for supporting the Global Scientific Asset Services (SAS) team by building
robust operational infrastructure, and enforcing adherence to processes to ensure and
improve Global Operational excellence in this business unit. He is also accountable for
the oversight of the implementation of new SAS programs into customer sites. Brian has
held senior management positions covering a variety of quality and validation roles
including responsibility for providing technical support to develop best practice, novel
solutions and harmonized processes in cold chain and validation whilst working for
Wyeth. Brian was also responsible for managing validation activities at Wyeth’s UK
manufacturing site. He has developed extensive cross-functional experience through a
number of quality, pharmaceutical technology and operations management roles
Richard Peck, Senior Program Manager, Sensitech Inc.: Richard has worked in the Life
Sciences industry for over a decade. Working as a Thermal Compliance and Process
Improvement Specialist, his role is to assist customers in maintaining an efficient and robust
Cold Chain Management Program whilst staying compliant to GDP regulations. He started
his career as a mechanical engineer at GlaxoSmithKline and moved to Wyeth where he
managed the Cold Chain Technology team at their EMEA Cold Chain Centre of Excellence.
Prior to Sensitech, Richard was the Global Head of Technical Services and Quality at
Softbox Systems Ltd., a leading global manufacturer of temperature controlled passive
shipping systems. He is an active member of the PDA’s Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Interest
Group where he sits on the European Steering Committee. He also resides on the
International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Time and Temperature Task Force.
Who Should Attend
Individuals to benefit from attending this course include anyone involved in the management, operation, engineering, quality assurance and validation of fridges, freezers, cold stores, cold boxes,
incubators, warehouses/intermediate storage facilities and temperature controlled vehicles. The course will also benefit people involved in distribution management of pharmaceutical
products/materials. On leaving the course delegates will: be equipped with the latest regulation and guidelines; have a broad and detailed understanding of the design, construction and
qualification of storage and distribution systems; be able to apply and share their new knowledge; improve their individual effectiveness; and look back on an enjoyable experience..
Venue
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam: Ideally situated in the historical heart of Amsterdam, close to the main tourist attractions, museums, theatres, shopping areas, red-light and business districts.
The hotel has a fitness center and excellent conference and banqueting facilities.
Address:
Rusland 17, NL-1012 CK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Tel:
+31 20 623 1231
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Fax:
+31 20 520 8200
to visit the
Hotel’s website
Reservations (email):
reservations.amsterdam@radissonblu.com
Delegates are kindly requested to arrange their own accommodation. Course fees are £1,395.00 (GBP) per delegate. Accommodation is NOT included in the course fees.
(See Page 4 for further details on fees/bookings)
Pharmaceutical Cold Chain & Storage Conditions Qualification – Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam - Course Programme:
Registration (08:30 to 09:00) – Delegates arrive at the meeting room and sign the attendance register. Each day will include at least 1 interactive workshop.
DAY 1 (14 October 2014)
Day 2 (15 October 2014)
Day 3 (16 October 2014)
09:00 Opening/Welcome [Mike James]
Day 2 Introduction (09:00)
Day 3 Introduction (09:00)
Introduction to Controlled Storage and Distribution [Brian
Collins]:
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History of qualification requirements
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The importance of temperature mapping/qualification
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Types of units/facilities and their GMP impact
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Typical distribution chains and the importance of
knowing/understanding your distribution chain and the inherent
challenges involved
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Responsibilities for ensuring compliance during
storage/distribution
Design of Warehouses, Insulated Boxes & Temperature Controlled
Vehicles [Brian Collins]:
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Basic design considerations for warehouses, insulated boxes, and
temperature controlled vehicles:
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To ensure optimum performance
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Temperature monitoring requirements (routine monitoring)
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General points to consider when selecting a warehouse, insulated
box or temperature controlled vehicle
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What can be done to existing facilities, equipment to improve the
level of compliance?
Qualification Overview For Environmental Monitoring Systems
[Mike James]:
 General approach to qualification of EMS systems, including
computerised and hard-wired types
 Typical GAMP related activities for qualification of computer
based systems
 Functionality testing overview
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Based on complexity and risk levels
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Includes functions related to 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Regulatory Rules & Guidance [Mike James]:
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Overview of all key regulations and standards (explanation of
how they all fit together)
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Areas/regulatory bodies covered:
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EU (includes IMB and MHRA)
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USA (CFRs + FDA Guidance)
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USP 1079
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World Health Organisation (WHO)
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PDA Technical Reports
Monitoring Systems [John Welbourn]:
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Temperature and humidity sensor selection (types available and
their relative performance)
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Mapping systems for qualification studies
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Permanent monitoring systems
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Different type of systems currently available, e.g. RF and
hard-wired
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Advantages and disadvantages
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Load monitoring devices
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Basic principles of data management (under 21 CFR Part 11).
Qualification Requirements [Brian Collins]:
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Validation document platform
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Assessing system impact and component criticality
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System survey and qualification
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Test equipment
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Risk mitigation
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Cold Store Example
Risk Management / Risk Assessments [Mike James]:
 Quality Risk Management overview
 Typical risks associated with the
manufacture/storage/distribution chain
 On-going assessment of risks associated with storage and
distribution systems
 Risk based approach to qualification of equipment
 Performing Quality Risk Analysis to calculating risk scores from
which:
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The level of qualification testing and routine controls can be
derived
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Corrective and preventative measures/actions
commensurate with the level of risk can be applied
Instrumentation Demonstration [Richard Peck]:
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Examples of temperature/humidity loggers
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Features explained, for example:
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Set-up
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Data capture/capacity
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Data reading/storing
 General advise for instrument use based on experience, e.g.
selection, costs, dos and don’ts
Vehicle and Cold Box Qualification/Monitoring [Brian Collins]:
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Equipment used in qualification
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Importance of fully understanding route conditions and realistic
transit times
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Challenges involved in using cold boxes and qualifying them
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Reducing the burden of qualification by using a climatic zone
approach
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Qualification of temperature controlled vehicles
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Using of simulation software to support design and qualification
Design of Fridges, Freezers, Incubators, Cold Stores and
Environmental Chambers [Mike James]:
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Fundamentals of fridge/freezer operation
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Understanding the different types of system and how they
work
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Basic design considerations for compliant and effective
operation
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Temperature monitoring requirements (routine monitoring)
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General points to consider when selecting a fridge, freezer,
incubator or environmental chamber
Temperature Mapping Approaches For Fridges, Freezers and
Incubators [John Welbourn]:
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Types of checking and testing required at various stages of
qualification, e.g. DQ, IQ, OQ and PQ
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Deciding on the type of sensor/data logger to use
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Determining the number and location of sensors
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Typically sensor location/placement maps
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What duration should be used for the mapping studies (at OQ and
PQ)?
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Requirements for empty and loaded state mapping
Finish: 17:15; Drinks Reception: 19:00; Course Dinner: 20:00
Finish: 17:00
Temperature Mapping Approaches For Warehouses and
Cold/Controlled Temperature Stores [Richard Peck]:
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How to decide on the number, type and location of sensors?
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Developing a risk based rationale to support sensor location and
how to prepare a location map
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What should be the duration of the mapping/monitoring?
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The importance of sound data management practices
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Activities undertaken at various qualification stages
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When to install a permanent monitoring system (before, during or
after qualification studies)?
Course Closure
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Questions and answers
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Course evaluation
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Certificates
Finish: 16:20
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam
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