When vaccines are exposed to temperatures outside the recommended +2°C to +8°C range, you need to document the incident properly. This cold chain breach and vaccine wastage form helps you record essential details about compromised vaccines, including exposure duration, affected stock, and required actions.
According to the CDC, cold chain failures result in significant financial losses and potentially ineffective vaccines that may require patient revaccination. With this template, you can quickly isolate affected vaccines, document the breach circumstances, and report to relevant health authorities—ensuring you maintain compliance with healthcare regulations while preserving vaccine integrity and patient safety.
