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Standard Guide for Shipping Possibly Infectious Materials, Tissues, and Fluids

Standard Guide for Shipping Possibly Infectious Materials, Tissues, and Fluids

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1.1 This guide provides a general guide to transportation, including packaging and shipping, of possibly infectious materials, tissues, and fluids that have been removed from patients during revision surgery, at postmortem, or as part of animal studies, including packaging and shipping.  
1.2 This guide does not address any materials, tissues, or fluids that may contain prions.  
1.3 Individuals must be properly trained prior to shipping possibly infectious materials.  
1.4 This guide is a compilation of national and international regulations and guidelines that apply to the packaging and shipment of possibly infectious materials.  
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Some specific hazards statements are given in Section 7 on Hazards.

General Information

Status
Historical
Publication Date
14-Nov-2016
ICS
13.300 - Protection against dangerous goods
Technical Committee
F04 - Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices
Drafting Committee
F04.15 - Material Test Methods
Current Stage
Ref Project

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ASTM F2995-13 - Standard Guide for Shipping Possibly Infectious Materials, Tissues, and Fluids
Effective Date
15-Nov-2016
Refers
ASTM D4840-99(2018)e1 - Standard Guide for Sample Chain-of-Custody Procedures
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ASTM D4840-99(2010) - Standard Guide for Sampling Chain-of-Custody Procedures
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F2995 − 16
Standard Guide for
1
Shipping Possibly Infectious Materials, Tissues, and Fluids
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2995; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope terials Communications, Emergency Response
Information,TrainingRequirements,andSecurityPlans—
1.1 This guide provides a general guide to transportation,
Infectious Substances
including packaging and shipping, of possibly infectious
DOT 49 CFR 173.134 Transportation—Shippers—General
materials, tissues, and fluids that have been removed from
Requirements for Shipments and Packagings—Class 6,
patients during revision surgery, at postmortem, or as part of
Division 6.2—Definitions and Exceptions
animal studies, including packaging and shipping.
DOT 49 CFR 173.3 Transportation—Shippers—General
1.2 This guide does not address any materials, tissues, or
Requirements for Shipments and Packagings—Hazardous
fluids that may contain prions.
Materials Classes and Index to Hazard Class Definitions
DOT49 CFR 178 Transportation—Other Regulations Relat-
1.3 Individuals must be properly trained prior to shipping
possibly infectious materials. ing to Transportation—Specifications for Packagings
DOT 49 CFR 178.602 Preparation of Packagings and Pack-
1.4 This guide is a compilation of national and international
ages for Testing
regulations and guidelines that apply to the packaging and
DOT49 CFR 178.609 Transportation—Testing of Non-Bulk
shipment of possibly infectious materials.
PackagingsandPackages—PreparationofPackagingsand
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
Packages for Testing
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
29 CFR Part 1910.1030 Occupational Safety and Health
standard.
Standards—Bloodborne Pathogens
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
2.3 International Air Transport Association (IATA) uses
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). These are currently the
4
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
strictest regulations:
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
Packing Instructions 620 Packing Instructions—Division
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. Some specific
6.2—Category A Infectious Substances
hazards statements are given in Section 7 on Hazards.
Packing Instructions 650 Packing Instructions—Division
6.2—Category B Infectious Substances
2. Referenced Documents
5
2.4 ISO Standards:
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
ISO 11607–1 Packaging for Terminally Sterilized Medical
D4840 Guide for Sample Chain-of-Custody Procedures
Devices—Part 1: Requirements for Materials, Sterile Bar-
3
2.2 Federal Standards and Regulatory Bodies:
rier Systems and Packaging Systems
DOT 49 CFR 172.700 Purpose and Scope
ISO 11607–2 Packaging for Terminally Sterilized Medical
DOT 49 CFR 172.101—172.800 Transportation—Hazard-
Devices—Part 2: Validation Requirements for Forming,
ous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Ma-
Sealing and Assembly Processes
6
2.5 UN Dangerous Transport Standards:
UN 1845 Carbon dioxide, solid, also called dry ice
1
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F04 on Medical and
UN 2814 Infectious substance, affecting humans
Surgical Materials and Devices and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F04.15 on Material Test Methods.
UN 2900 Infectious substance, affecting animals
Current edition approved Nov. 15, 2016. Published January 2017. Originally
UN 3373 Biological substance, Category B
approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2995 – 13. DOI:
10.1520/F2995-16.
2
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
4
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Available from International Air Transport Association (IATA), http://
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on www.iata.org.
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the ASTM website. Available fromAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St.,
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AvailablefromU.S.GovernmentPrintingOfficeSuperintendentofDocuments, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
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732 N. Capitol St., NW, Mail Stop: SDE, Washington, DC 20401, http:// Available from United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE),
www.access.gpo.gov. Palais des Nations, CH-1211 Geneva 10, Switzerland, http://www.unece.org.
Copyright © ASTM In
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This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: F2995 − 13 F2995 − 16
Standard Guide for
1
Shipping Possibly Infectious Materials, Tissues, and Fluids
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2995; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This guide provides a general guide to transportation, including packaging and shipping, of possibly infectious materials,
tissues, and fluids that have been removed from patients during revision surgery, at postmortem, or as part of animal studies.studies,
including packaging and shipping.
1.2 This guide does not address any materials, tissues, or fluids that may contain prions.
1.3 It is recommended that individuals Individuals must be properly trained prior to shipping possibly infectious materials.
1.4 This guide is a compilation of national and international regulations and guidelines that apply to the packaging and shipment
of possibly infectious materials.
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use. Some specific hazards statements are given in Section 7 on Hazards.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D4840 Guide for Sample Chain-of-Custody Procedures
3
2.2 Federal Standards and Regulatory Bodies:
DOT 49 CFR 172.700 Purpose and Scope
DOT 49 CFR 172.323172.101—172.800 Transportation—Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials
Communications, Emergency Response Information, Training Requirements, and Security Plans—Infectious Substances
DOT 49 CFR 173.134 Transportation—Shippers—General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings—Class 6, Division
6.2—Definitions and Exceptions
DOT 49 CFR 173.2173.3 Transportation—Shippers—General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings—Hazardous
Materials Classes and Index to Hazard Class Definitions
DOT 49 CFR 178 Transportation—Other Regulations Relating to Transportation—Specifications for Packagings
DOT 49 CFR 178.602 Preparation of Packagings and Packages for Testing
DOT 49 CFR 178.602178.609 Transportation—Testing of Non-Bulk Packagings and Packages—Preparation of Packagings and
Packages for Testing
29 CFR Part 1910.1030 Occupational Safety and Health Standards—Bloodborne Pathogens
2.3 International Air Transport Association (IATA) uses Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). These are currently the strictest
4
regulations:
Packing Instructions 602620 Packing Instructions—Class 6—Toxic and Infectious Substances—Infectious
SubstanceInstructions—Division 6.2—Category A Infectious Substances
1
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F04 on Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F04.15
on Material Test Methods.
Current edition approved March 1, 2013Nov. 15, 2016. Published August 2013January 2017. Originally approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2995
– 13. DOI: 10.1520/F2995-13.10.1520/F2995-16.
2
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
3
Available from U.S. Government Printing Office Superintendent of Documents, 732 N. Capitol St., NW, Mail Stop: SDE, Washington, DC 20401, http://
www.access.gpo.gov.
4
Available from International Air Transport Association (IATA), http://www.iata.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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F2995 − 16
Packing Instructions 650 Packing Instructions—Class 6—Toxic and Infectious Substances—Diagnostic SpecimenInstructions—
Division 6.2—Category B Infectious Substances
5
2.4 ISO Standards:
ISO 11607–1 Packaging for Terminally Sterilized Medical Devices—Part 1: Requirements for Materials, Sterile Barrier Systems
and Packaging Systems
ISO 11607–2 Packaging for Terminally Sterilized Medical Devices—Part 2: Validation Req
...

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SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 In order to ensure data consistency, it is important to use standardized terminology and definitions in describing oiling conditions (1)3. This guide provides a template for that purpose.  
4.2 Data on oiling conditions at a shoreline are needed to provide an accurate perspective of the nature and scale of the oiling problem and to facilitate spill-response planning and decision making. Data on oiling conditions would be used in assessing the need for cleanup actions, selecting the most appropriate response technique(s), determining priorities for cleanup, and evaluating the endpoint of cleanup activities.(2-3)  
4.3 Mechanisms by which data are collected can vary (see Guide F1686). They can include aerial video surveys or ground-level assessment surveys. The composition and responsibility of the survey team will depend on the response organization and objectives. The magnitude and type of data sets collected can likewise vary with the nature of the spill and operational needs.  
4.4 Consistent data sets (observations and measurements) on shoreline oiling conditions are essential within any one spill in order to compare the data between different sites or observers, and to compare the data against existing benchmarks or criteria that have been developed to rate the nature or severity of the oiling. To the extent possible, consistency is also desirable between different spills, in order to benefit from previous experiences and cleanup decisions.  
4.5 It is recognized that some modifications may be appropriate based on local or regional geographic conditions or upon the specific character of the stranded oil.
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1.1 This guide covers the standardized terminology and types of observational data and indices appropriate to describe the quantity, nature, and distribution of oil and physical oiling conditions on shorelines that have been contaminated by an oil spill.  
1.2 This guide does not address the mechanisms and field procedures by which the necessary data are gathered; nor does it address terminology used to describe the cultural resource or ecological character of oiled shorelines, spill monitoring, or cleanup techniques.  
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM F1686-22(Guide)
Standard Guide for Surveys to Document and Assess Oiling Conditions

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 Systematic surveys provide data on shoreline, lakeshore, river bank or other terrain’s character and oiling conditions from which informed planning and operational decisions can be developed with respect to cleanup (1-4).3 In particular, the data are used by decision makers to determine which oiled areas require treatment and to develop end-point criteria for use as targets for the field operations.  
3.2 Surveys may include one or more of four components or phases, as listed below. The scale of an affected area plus quantity and availability of pre-spill information will influence the selection of survey components and its level of detail.  
3.2.1 The aerial reconnaissance survey phase provides a perspective on the overall extent and general nature of the oiling conditions. This information is used in conjunction with environmental, resource, and cultural sensitivity data to guide shoreline protection, recovery of mobile oil, and to facilitate the more detailed response planning and priorities of the response operations.  
3.2.2 The aerial video survey(s) phase provides systematic audio and video documentation of the extent and type of oiling conditions, physical character, and logistics information, such as access and staging data.  
3.2.3 The ground assessment survey(s) phase provides the necessary information and data to develop appropriate response recommendations. A field team(s) collects detailed information on oil conditions, the physical and ecological character of oiled areas, and resources or cultural features that may affect or be affected by the timing or implementation of response activities.  
3.2.4 The post-treatment inspection ground survey or monitoring phase provides the necessary information and data to ensure a segment, that is part of the response program, has been treated to the approved end-point criterion. (5)  
3.3 In order to ensure data consistency, it is important to use standardized terminology and definitions in describing oi...
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1.1 This guide covers field procedures by which data can be collected in a systematic manner to document and assess the oiling conditions on shorelines, river banks, and lake shores (shores and substrates) plus dry land habitats (terrain).  
1.2 This guide does not address the terminology that is used to define and describe terrain oiling conditions, the ecological character of oiled terrain, or the cultural or other resources that can be present.  
1.3 The guide is applicable to marine coasts (including estuaries) and to freshwater environments (rivers and lakes) and to dry land habitats. In alignment with Guide F2204:  
1.3.1 For the purpose of this guide, marine and estuarine shorelines, river banks, and lake shores will be collectively referred to as shorelines, shores, or shore-zones.  
1.3.2 Shore types include a range of impermeable (bedrock, ice, and manmade structures), permeable (flats, beaches, and manmade), and coastal wetland (marshes, mangroves) habitats.  
1.4 Other non-shoreline, inland habitats include wetlands (pond, fen, bog, swamp, tundra, and shrub) and drier terrains (grassland, desert, forests), and will be collectively referred to as either wetlands or terrains, respectively.  
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.7 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barr...

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ASTM E2664-22(Practice)
Standard Practice for Methanol Wall Wash of Marine Vessels Handling Polyester Grade Monoethylene Glycol

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The methanol wall wash practice is performed to determine the cleanliness and suitability of cargo tanks or compartments on a marine vessel prior to loading polyester grade monoethylene glycol. Polyester grade monoethylene glycol has very high quality requirements and must be handled with care, as it is adversely affected by oxygen, hydrocarbons, water, and chloride. It is especially susceptible to aromatic contamination, which degrades UV transmittance. Possible sources of contamination are the prior cargoes and cleaning agents. The methanol wall wash procedure provides a representative sampling of the impurities and contamination present on the sides of the cargo tank.
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1.1 This practice covers the methanol wall wash procedure for cargo tanks of marine vessels handling polyester grade monoethylene glycol.  
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 7.  
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM F1011-22(Guide)
Standard Guide for Developing a Hazardous Materials Training Curriculum for Initial Response Personnel

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This guide summarizes the typical contents of a course to aid emergency response team training organizations in selecting important subjects for inclusion in existing or new training programs.
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1.1 This guide covers a format for a hazardous materials spill initial response team training curriculum. This guide is designed to assist trainers of initial response personnel in assessing the content of training curriculum by providing guidelines for subject content against which these curricula may be evaluated. The guide should be tailored by the trainer to fit specific circumstances that are present in the community or industry where a spill may occur.  
1.2 Sections 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of this guide identify those training areas that should be considered in a curriculum. The area of preplanning is listed and this topic should be seriously considered by the user. Training is only a small part of an overall spill response contingency plan. A properly equipped and trained spill response team cannot operate without a previously agreed plan of attack.  
1.3 Currently the U.S. Code of Federal Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120, 40 CFR 112 Subpart B, 40 CFR 264 Subpart D, 40 CFR 265 Subpart D, and 49 CFR 172 Subpart H specify that producers, handlers, and shippers of hazardous materials shall plan and train for hazardous spill response. Additional training may be required for shipments by vessel (49 CFR 176.13) and highway (49 CFR 177.800). Regardless of the above regulatory requirements, training is essential to a proper response in an emergency.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM F1127-22(Guide)
Standard Guide for Containment of Hazardous Material Spills by Emergency Response Personnel

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This guide contains information regarding the containment of a hazardous material that has escaped from its container. If a material can be contained, the impact on the environment and the threat it poses to responders and the general public is usually reduced. The techniques described in this guide are among those that may be used by emergency responders to lessen the impact of a discharge. Initial hazard assessment should be performed before applying mitigation techniques.  
4.2 Emergency responders might include police, fire service personnel, government spill response personnel, industrial response personnel, or spill response contractors. In order to apply any of the techniques described in this guide, appropriate training is recommended. See OSHA Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) requirements.
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1.1 This guide describes methods to contain the spread of hazardous materials that have been discharged into the environment. It is directed toward those emergency response personnel who have had adequate hazardous material response training.  
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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