The National Vaccine Storage Guidelines ‘Strive for 5’ 3rd edition is now available!

The National Vaccine Storage Guidelines ‘Strive for 5’ 3rd edition and supporting resources will be mailed to Immunisation Providers in June 2019.
These guidelines provide up-to-date information and key recommendations about safe vaccine storage. NEW appendices have been developed to support you, including:

• Appendix 2 - Vaccine Storage Self Audit
• Appendix 8 - Checklist for Transport or Emergency Storage of Vaccines
• Appendix 9 -  Checklist for Managing a Power Failure

Resources have also been updated to support you in implementing key recommendations under the guidelines, including: 

• National Vaccine Storage Guidelines Strive for 5
• Cold Chain Breach Protocol poster
• Quick Reference Guide Poster
• Vaccine Fridge Temperature chart 

The guidelines have been written to assist all Australian immunisation service providers, including medical practices, large hospitals, clinics, mobile services and outreach providers.