MedLab Pathology has
established a dedicated pathology sample transport network through
MedLab Logistics. Our Logistics team cater for the transport of
Diagnostic and Infectious specimens, both nationally and
internationally. This service is available to MLP clients as well
as Hospitals, GP practices and Medical Centres throughout the 32
counties of Ireland.
The Logistics team
combines experience and expertise bringing together medical
knowledge with the best current logistical procedures within the
industry. Our in-house Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA)
ensures that all specimens are transported in accordance with
current Health and Safety legislation and fully comply with ADR
regulations. All international deliveries are sent in accordance
with IATA regulations by IATA trained staff and are continuously
monitored to ensure safe passage directly to their destination.
MedLab Logistics transport thousands of patient specimens both
nationally and internationally each week.
All MedLab Logistics
drivers receive Hazardous Chemical training and hold current
training certificates for drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous
goods issued by the Health and Safety Authority. Each member of the
MedLab Logistics team takes part in driver training sessions,
imparting a clear knowledge of the products being transported to
staff on the road and in the laboratory.
All drivers are specially
trained in:
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Specimen packaging through
Instructor Lead Training (ILT) on transportation of blood
product
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The use of Bio-Hazard spill kits in
the event of specimen spillage
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GDP (Good Distribution Practises)
through instructor led training
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The use of refrigeration units and
real time temperature monitoring systems
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A clear knowledge of laboratory
practises and procedures
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Documentation practices relating to
deliveries
All vehicles carry the correct safety
equipment required by ADR legislation including biohazard spill
kits. Each package is tracked by its own unique identification
number and is traceable at all times. Each vehicle is equipped with
refrigeration units to transport specimens at +4°C, freezers to
transport frozen specimens at -20°C and transport boxes for ambient
specimens. This ensures all specimens arrive to their destination
in the same condition as when they left the laboratory. Our
Logistics department can be contacted on 1800 303 349 for the
collection of specimens from GP Surgeries, Hospitals and Clinics
throughout the country.