FDA Registration Renewal for Transfillers: What You Need to Know
Understanding FDA Registration
If youre involved in the production or distribution of medical oxygen, you likely know that staying compliant with FDA regulations is crucial. One key requirement is the FDA registration and annual... It's FDA Renewal Time!
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Transfillers need to annually renew their transfilling locations and drug listings with the FDA. Here are some quick... Training by Personnel
The FDA requires training on a frequent and continuing basis, usually interpreted to be about twice a year. The Quality Control Unit, and all Oxygen Transfilling Personnel should have proper FDA training for their jobs. Drivers... Applied Training FAQs
Who Needs Training and When?
The FDA requires training on a frequent and continuing basis, usually interpreted to be about twice a year. The Quality Control Unit, and all Oxygen Transfilling Personnel should have proper FDA training... Need Required Training?
Are you and your employees meeting annual training requirements?
The FDA requires that training be completed on a frequent and continuing basis. This has been interpreted to mean twice a year.This training must be completed... FDA Annual Records Review
If you received a letter from the FDA, and it said the following, would you know what it meant?
Written procedures are not established for evaluations conducted at least annually to review records associated with a representative... Updated 2014 Applied Regional Seminars FAQ
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Applieds all new 2014 FDA, DOT, OSHA Accreditation Seminar covers everything you need to meet oxygen training requirements:
1. Oxygen Safety (Accre... FDA Registration
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The FDA statesthat any firm that transfers oxygen from one container to another, via gas to gas, liquid to... Quick Tips - Label Requirements
...at Is Required? And By Who?
Oxygen drug product labels are governed by 3 different agencies. The FDA because its a drug product, and the DOT and OSHA because it is considered a Hazardous Material that is in transport (DOT) a... Are you confused about FDA registration? Applied can register for you!
Are you confused about FDA registration? Dont be! Applied takes the worry out of annual registration for you!
The FDA says that any firm that transfers oxygen from one container to another, via gas to gas, liquid to gas, or... I Fill Oxygen
The FDA considers anyone who moves oxygen from one container to another to be an oxygen filler. That could be liquid to liquid, liquid to gas or gas to gas. The FDA requires manufacturers to follow cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing... Oxygen Drug Product Label FAQ
...an oxygen drug product label?
Oxygen drug product labels are governed by 3 different agencies. The FDA because its a drug product, and the DOT and OSHA because it is considered a Hazardous Material. Each agency is a differen... NEW OSHA Requirements For Oxygen Cylinder Labels
OSHA, FDA and DOT haveguidelines developed forprecautionary labels for use onoxygen cylinders and cryogenicvessels. These are to be used toidentify the contents, warning ofprincipal physical and healthhazards, and providing... New FDA Drug Reporting Service
...is new service providesdrug manufacturers (transfillers) peace of mind knowing they are meeting the FDAs new requirement to report the amount of medical oxygen-filled and released to patients annually. The reported data will i... About
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When delivering oxygen from point A to point B, safety is critical. All Applied products meet DOT, FDA, CGA and accreditation requirements for transporting oxygen cylinders and have you in mind. Smart features like lockable doo... Essential Training for Home Healthcare Providers
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Within 90 Days of Hire
If you have a new hire, you will need DOT training within 90 days! The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) requires cGMP training, too, before you can let your new filler out on their own.
Every 3 y... FDA Drug Reporting under the CARES Act
...ES Act mandates that all drug manufacturers report specific details about their drug volumes to the FDA.
The FDA recently issued the final guidance for industry: Reporting Amount of Listed Drugs and Biological Products Under ... Are you meeting required training?
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Who needs training and when?
The FDA requires training on a frequent and continuing basis, usually interpreted to be about twice a year. The Quality Control Unit, and all Oxygen Transfilling Personnel... UPDATE: FDA Drug Registration and Listing - Information Request
Recently, an email from the FDA was sent out in regards to drug listing requirements. The FDA has since retracted that email.
In summary, if you have not changed what sizes of oxygen cylinders/liquid containers you fill since... Links
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Look Up your FDA Labeler and Product Code
FDA Guidance Documents
2003 FDA Draft Guidance for Medical Gases
1989 FDA Guidance for Medical Gases
Gas... An Overview of Applied Training Workbooks
...tion: Who Said So? and guide oxygen providers and transfillers through the Federal Law on cGMP. The FDA requires you to file certain information and follow current good manufacturing practice, as defined by the law and their ... I am a QCU
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Oxygen Safety
Oxygen 101 Online Class
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cGMP in... Oxygen Transfillers: Important Upcoming Deadlines You Need to Know
... transfillers and other drug manufacturers must annually report specific drug volume details to the FDA. This helps the FDA monitor drug manufacturing activities, preventing shortages and enhancing medical product oversight.
W... Drug Reporting Requirements for Transfillers and Medical Oxygen Manufacturers
...ngs every year? Additionally, the CARES Act now requires them to report drug volumes annually.
The FDA recently issued the final guidance for industry:Reporting Amount of Listed Drugs and Biological Products Under Section 510(j)(3) of the F... Resources
...u will find links to some useful information for Oxygen Providers
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Every 3 years
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The FDA requires certain filling parts and accessories to be approved for safety and identity. Do you know which filling parts and accessories must be FDA approved? See our list below:
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Who? What? Where? When?
The FDA requires that training be completed on a frequent and continuing basis. This has been interpreted to mean twice a year. This training must be completed by anyone who can affect the purity of the... FDA Registration Made Easy!
It has been 6 years now since the FDA switched to electronic registration. Is it still a requirement to register every year?
YES! In fact the FDA is still inspecting transfillers, and anecdotally we have seen an increase in inspections... Maintaining Your Oxygen Equipment: 3 Easy Steps
Maintaining Your Oxygen Equipment: 3 Easy Steps
FDA guidance requires that filling equipment be calibrated at specific intervals, depending on the type of equipment. Dont forget you need to document all calibration!
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Each... I am a Filler
Oxygen Transfilling Personnel
The FDA considers anyone who moves oxygen from one container to another to be an oxygen transfiller. This could be personnel that uses a liquid to gas or gas to gas system or someone who fills a... Attention Transfillers: Upcoming Deadline
...s coming up fast! If your facility is involved in transfilling, submit your 2024 Drug Report to the FDA to remain compliant. Required under section 510(j)(3) of the FDC Act. Reports must cover the amount of each listed drug ma... GHS Pictograms for Home Care Providers
OSHA, FDA and DOT haveguidelines developed forprecautionary labels for use onoxygen cylinders and cryogenicvessels. These are to be used toidentify the contents, warning ofprincipal physical and healthhazards, and providing appropriateprecautionary... 2015 Label Updates!
... the cylinder. Can I place these compliant labels on top of the ones under the clear coat?
No. The FDA does not allow label stacking which is placing a label on top of a label. Youll need to have those cylinders replaced or ... Leak Testing 101: No Soap!
The FDA does not recommend using soap and water solutions to leak test oxygen cylinders.
According to FDA guidance and industry standards, soap and water solutions to leak test are not recommended and may even prove dangerous.
Soapcontains... Leak Testing: 101
FDA does NOT recommend using soap and water solutions to leak test oxygen cylinders.
According to FDA guidance and industry standards, soap and water solutions used to leak test are not recommended and may even prove... Maintaining Your Oxygen Equipment
3 Easy Steps toMaintaining Your Oxygen Equipment:
FDA guidance requires that filling equipment be calibrated at specific intervals, depending on the type of equipment.
Dont forget you need to document all calibration!
1.... Servomex 5200 vs. Handheld Analyzers
...at gas. A Servomexs accuracy is (+ or -) 0.1% oxygen and has been validated by ORSAT apparatus to USFDA Pharmacopoeia 23.
Oxygen is magnetic! Oxygen is attracted to a strong magnetic field most other gases are not. This para-mag... Training Time!
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How do I comply with all those FDA requirements?
FDA requirements are simple.Essentially, you must register with the FDA annually (which we can do for you),... Ensuring Compliance with Transfilling Regulations
...safety and efficiency.
Understanding Transfilling Regulations
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ) establishes strict guidelines for the transfilling of medical oxygen. These regulations cover various aspects, including equip... Mini Oxygen Storage Audit
Are your cylinders stored according to state and FDA regulations?
Oxygen cylinders must be stored properly in order to prevent contamination, keep unauthorized personnel away from cylinders, and to prevent them from being damaged... Editor Picks: American Made CPAP Tubing
Applieds medical tubing is made from materials that comply withFDAspecifications 21 CFR 177.1520 and 21 CFR 177.1210.
All tubing is constructed from materials that comply with ISO 10993 / FDA standards for cytotoxicity and biocompatibility.... FDA requires 2 leak tests during the fill process
Leak Testing Notice from the FDA:
According to FDA guidance and industry standards, soap and water solutions used to leak test are not recommended and may even prove dangerous. Soap contains animal fats ( lard ) which burns easily... I am a Driver
... Respiratory Therapist, on up to a driver who has a CDL. Drivers need training as a requirement for FDA if they fill from a transfill system or if they fill liquid to liquid curbside.
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Paramagnetic oxygen analyzers are required by the FDAs current good manufacturing practices. Paramagnetic oxygen analyzers are different from handheld analyzers because they are... Applieds Live Regional Seminar FAQs
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Yes! The seminar covers accreditation and DOT requirements, and the FDA portion will help you understand your suppliers oxygen requirements better.
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The seminar runs f... Are You Calibrated?
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Servomex Or Paramagnetic Analyzer
Paramagnetic oxygen analyzers are required by the FDAs current good manufacturing practices. Paramagnetic oxygen analyzers are different from handheld analyzers because they are ... FDA Bulletin: Brass and Viton Washers
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When used more than once, the Nylon crush gaskets require... Are you cleaning your cylinders according to FDA standards?
Are you cleaning your cylinders according to the FDA CFR Section 211.80 to Section 211.94?
Drug product containers and closures play a critical role in assuring that the drug product provided to the patient has the appropriate... Labels
FDA Drug Product Labels: PACKAGING and LABELING CONTROL Sections 211.122, 125, 130
A firm must establish written labeling procedures covering the receipt, identification, storage, handling and examination of all labeling. Procedures... Servomex 5200 and Handheld Analyzers
...ity of that gas. A Servomexs accuracy is 0.1% Oxygen and has been validated
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Oxygen is magnetic! Oxygen is attracted to a strong magnetic field most other gases are not. This para-magneti... Six Ways to Serve Oxygen Patients Better and Increase Profits
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