Vaccine cold-chain management sits in the General Practice module, and it is exactly the kind of evidence surveyors expect to see maintained. Keeping it current and findable is half the battle.
What to track
- Temperature logs - regular recording of the vaccine fridge temperature.
- Min/max monitoring - a minimum/maximum thermometer read and reset in line with guidance.
- Purpose-built vaccine fridge - the fridge and its maintenance records.
- Cold chain breach records - what happened, what was quarantined, and how it was resolved.
- Staff responsibilities - who monitors the fridge and what they do if something is wrong.
Aligned with Strive for 5
Australian vaccine storage practice follows the national Strive for 5 guidance for keeping vaccines between +2°C and +8°C. Your accreditation evidence should show that your practice follows that guidance day to day. The evidence tracker keeps your logs and breach records attached to the indicators they satisfy, so a surveyor can see a well-run cold chain at a glance. Always follow the current national guidance and your own policies.
Frequently asked questions
What cold chain evidence do surveyors look for?
Current vaccine fridge temperature logs, min/max monitoring, a purpose-built vaccine fridge with maintenance records, and documented cold chain breach management, in line with national guidance.
What is Strive for 5?
The national guidance for vaccine storage in Australia, focused on keeping vaccines between +2 and +8 degrees Celsius. Refer to the current published guidance for the detail.