Vaccine Storage and Handling

Purpose

  • Proper vaccine storage and handling practices play a very important role in protecting individuals and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases.
  • Vaccine quality is the shared responsibility of everyone, from the time vaccine is manufactured until it is administered.
Vaccines Storage and Handling Toolkit

Storage and Handling Toolkit

The Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit is a comprehensive guide that reflects best practices for vaccine storage and handling from Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations, product information from vaccine manufacturers, and scientific studies. The Toolkit includes guidance on managing and storing vaccine inventory, using and maintaining storage unit and temperature monitoring equipment, preparing for emergency situations, and training staff.

View, download, or print the toolkit

The toolkit has been updated on 3/29/2024 to clarify language including:

  • Mpox vaccine information

Mpox Vaccination Providers‎

All Mpox vaccination providers participating in the specified Vaccination Program must store and handle vaccines under proper conditions to maintain the cold chain as outlined in the toolkit and addendum.

Web-Based Course

You Call the Shots Module Ten: Vaccine Storage and Handling

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An interactive, web-based module which provides learning opportunities, self-test practice questions, reference and resource materials, and an extensive glossary. Continuing education credit is available.

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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases