Guidance on regulations for the transport of infectious substances, 2023-2024: applicable as from 1 October 2023

The World Health Organization (WHO) offers practical guidance to facilitate compliance with applicable international regulations for the transport of infectious substances by all modes of transport, including updates effective from 1 October 2023. This comprehensive document provides detailed information on classifying, identifying, packaging, marking, labelling, documenting, and refrigerating infectious substances to ensure their safe delivery.

The 2023–2024 edition replaces the previous version issued in 2021, ensuring that stakeholders such as shippers, packaging suppliers, carriers, and receivers have the most current information. The guidance includes essential procedures and best practices for handling infectious substances, highlighting the importance of training and competency for all personnel involved in the transportation process.