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Shamsul Arfin Qasmi1, Javed Khan2, Cecelia Madsen Guinevere2
1EH&S Biosafety Program, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York, USA.
Introduction:
The safe and compliant transportation of infectious substances and biological specimens is critically essential for public health, scientific research, and disease diagnostics. With its global implications, this study aims to evaluate the International Transportation Association (IATA) regulations for shipping infectious substances and biological specimens in Pakistan. It explores the current level of awareness of IATA regulations and identifies existing gaps and challenges.
Objectives:
Develop and implement training modules that comply with IATA regulations and the Global Biorisk Management Curriculum (GBRMC).
Methods:
To promote the adoption of IATA regulations in Pakistan, the Association for Biorisk Management and Health Security Partners collaborated with experts, including certified IATA developed a project in partnership with experts and certified IATA professionals in Pakistan to start a series of workshops in Pakistan focused on IATA regulations. The project comprised two initial phases: a survey to assess the gaps in the existing regulations and their implementation for shipping infectious substances and a series of workshops based on the training of trainers concept. The project was spread over 2 years.
Results:
Only 1.29% of institutions surveyed offer training in this domain. There is a pressing need to enhance the IATA and local regulations governing the shipment of infectious substances from laboratories. Drawing on international regulations and experiences, we can bolster Pakistan's capacity to manage the shipping of infectious agents based on national requirements and priorities.
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