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This update was provided by the Gold Coast Public Health Unit (GCPHU).
The most common cause of cold chain breaches are power outage, fridge malfunction, human error or high usage. It is essential to have an up-to-date Vaccine Management Protocol (VMP) in place based on the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines – Strive for 5 (3rd edition) to guide you in the event of a cold chain breach at your practice.
If we don’t protect our vaccines, they won’t protect our community
In the event of a cold chain breach (below +2°C or above +8°C – not including temperatures up to +12°C for less than 15 minutes), isolate vaccines and report to QHIP as soon as possible on QHIP-ADMIN@health.qld.gov.au. QHIP will then contact the GCPHU to follow up with your practice. Do not discard any vaccines unless instructed by GCPHU.
Documentation that may be required from the VSP when a cold chain breach occurs:
Resources
If you require additional support or would like a copy of the GCPHU VMP template to update your VMP, you can contact us on 5667 3200 or GCPHUCDC@health.qld.gov.au.
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