Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Training and Passport Programme

The Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Passport is the industry-standard quality assurance scheme recognising safety and regulatory compliance in the transportation, storage, and safe handling of healthcare products throughout the supply chain.

Please find our GDP Code of Practice available to download here.

What is the GDP Passport?

The GDP Passport programme is a full suite of standardised and certified training courses undertaken by all personnel involved in handling and distributing healthcare products in the supply chain.

There are four stages. Click on the links for more information:

• GDP Drivers – Self-Guided
• GDP Operations – Self-Guided
• GDP Champion / GDP Champion Refresher
  
• GDP Audit

GDP Passport holders receive formal certification from the IEA and Life Sciences International (LSI) and are listed on the IEA website, assuring stakeholders and clients that the organisation adheres to GDP regulations and best practices in safety and quality.

Check here for a list of our current GDP passport holders.

*Please note only IEA-approved training courses are accepted under the GDP Code of Practice. To obtain and maintain GDP Passport certification, organisations must complete the IEA-approved training courses listed above.*

Why become a GDP passport holder:

• Become certified in GDP regulatory and safety compliance
• Minimise safety risks and ensure your procedures are fit for purpose
• Maintain a competitive advantage

The GDP Passport is valid for 2 years after which you will be required to carry out a renewal audit.

Who Should Attend:

• Supply Chain Managers
• Quality / Safety Managers
• Site Managers
• Warehouse Managers
• Accounts / Operations Personnel
• Drivers
• Personnel responsible for writing quality systems

Types of companies taking part in the GDP Programme:

• Manufacturers of pharma products and Medtech, including medical devices
• Warehouses and distribution centres dedicated to medicines
• Logistics companies
• Freight forwarders

For booking and more information, please get in touch with the training department at 01 661 2182 or training@irishexporters.ie.