Training on handling, storing and transporting Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine COMIRNATY® (Tozinameran)

Overview

This training provides information on characteristics of different formulations of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, storage and transport requirements, procedures for effective management during storage, transport and use. It also includes guidance for establishing an ultra-cold chain system. It is recommended to select the appropriate slides/modules based on the training needs and profile of the participants.

The training slide set is organized in 8 modules:

• Module 1: Vaccine presentation, storage requirement and shelf life
• Module 2: Operational considerations on vaccine management and administration
• Module 3: Shipping and arrival procedures, and handling of manufacturer-supplied thermal shipping container
• Module 4: Recommended cold chain equipment and vaccine deployment strategies
• Module 5: Selection of UCC equipment and temperature monitoring device (TMD) for UCC hub
• Module 6: UCC system readiness
• Module 7: Vaccine transport and storage options at lower stores and service points
• Module 7.1: Transporting ULT frozen vaccine to subnational stores and service points
• Module 7.2: Equipment options for transporting and storing vaccine at lower distribution points
• Module 8: Managing vaccine storage and transport at service points

This material has been updated in English: version 3 October 2022.