How do I transfer liquid nitrogen freezers to a new home safely?

Background Our cell processing facility was planning to transfer more than 20 Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) freezers to a new location. Moving LN2 freezers is a complex task that can pose potential risk to the storage units' integrity as well as to the products that they hold. Careful planning is requi...

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Published in:Transfusion (Philadelphia, Pa.) Pa.), 2021-08, Vol.61 (8), p.2234-2239
Main Author: Reich‐Slotky, Ronit
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
cellular therapy
Freezers
Liquid nitrogen
Nitrogen
Planning
Risk assessment
Risk reduction
Storage units
transplantation—stem cell
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Summary:Background Our cell processing facility was planning to transfer more than 20 Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) freezers to a new location. Moving LN2 freezers is a complex task that can pose potential risk to the storage units' integrity as well as to the products that they hold. Careful planning is required, especially when moving multiple freezer units at once. Methods To achieve the task, we put together a detailed project plan, collaborated with all the involved partners, hired qualified professionals to perform the project‐specific tasks, and put together a detailed risk assessment and risk mitigation plan. Results A facility was chosen and prepared according the project plan and safety department recommendations. Risk mitigation strategies were developed and implemented, and all freezers were transfered uneventfully to a new location. Conclusions By performing detailed planning and engaging the appropriate partners, LN2 freezers can be successfully transferred to a new home.
ISSN:0041-1132
1537-2995
DOI:10.1111/trf.16550