BCG vaccine storage procedure

Effective vaccine and logistics management is crucial for the Adult BCG vaccination programme. Key steps include:

1. Requirement Estimation: Estimate the needs for Adult BCG vaccine doses and logistics in advance, considering wastage rates.
2. Cold Chain and Dry Space Assessment: Assess existing cold chain and dry space availability at all supply chain levels and develop augmentation plans if necessary.
3. Manufacturer Consistency: Ensure the vaccine and diluent supplied are from the same manufacturer.
4. Dedicated ILR Allocation: Cold Chain Handlers at SVS, RVS, DVS, and CCP should earmark a dedicated ILR (if possible) for Adult BCG Vaccination. 
5. Store vaccines and diluents in a dedicated (to be stored in +2°C to +8°C), clearly labelled area to avoid mixing with BCG for UIP.

Storage Instructions:

• WIC: Use separate, appropriately labelled shelves.
• ILR: Use a separate ILR if available, or a separate, clearly labelled box if stored in the same ILR with UIP vaccines.