Introductory Veterinary Wholesale Qualified Person Training Course

Course Details: Delivered by the VMD Inspection Team, this course introduces the role of the Wholesale Qualified Person (WQP) and their responsibilities in a veterinary wholesale dealer premises to ensure that veterinary medicines are obtained, stored and supplied correctly. This course is suited to persons who are seeking to become a WQP, existing WQPs wishing to refresh their understanding, and for businesses looking to become wholesale dealers of veterinary medicines.

Topics: The course will provide an overview of the role and the responsibilities of the WQP, including the updated legislative requirements for wholesale distribution. This will be provided in an active learning format of talks and workshops using real-life scenarios and examples to provide industry relevant learning. Included will be:

• The Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 (as amended) and the new Good Distribution Practice guidelines,
• Establishment of a Quality Management System and Procedures,
• What a VMD inspection entails and what documentation is required,
• Effective temperature monitoring systems, including during transportation,
• Management of Wholesale Dealers Import Certificates (WDIC’s) and Special Import Certificates (SICs),
• Record keeping requirements, including product traceability,
• How to perform effective self-inspections and deal with non-conformances,
• Validation of suppliers and customers,
• Conducting product recalls.

Course Outcome: On completion of the course attendees will be able to confidently create a Quality Management System, to demonstrate compliance with the Regulations, and to ensure that products are obtained, stored, and supplied in a way to ensure safety, quality and efficacy. The WQP will be better equipped to face the challenges of wholesale distribution, including conducting an effective product recall, and have a greater understanding of what is required for an inspection by the competent authority.

Venue and Event Details:

The course will take place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, conveniently accessible via train from Birmingham International Train Station and by car, with plentiful parking available. Attendees will benefit from a discounted parking day rate of £12.

Included in your ticket are light refreshments (tea, coffee, juices, and snacks), as well as a two-course buffet lunch.

The day will be filled with engaging talks, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. At the end of the event, attendees will receive a VMD certificate of attendance and a comprehensive training pack to take away.

Contact Us:

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Host or Publisher Veterinary Medicines Directorate