Keeping Up with Transport Refrigeration Standards & Legislation

 

In recent years, regulatory requirements for transport refrigeration have expanded significantly, with businesses needing to comply with an increasing number of health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. These regulations are enforced not only by government agencies but also by customer-driven requirements, ensuring the highest standards in food safety, pharmaceutical transport, and environmental impact.

 

Understanding Transport Refrigeration Legislation

 

For decades, transport refrigeration simply referred to a refrigeration unit used to keep perishable goods at the correct temperature during transit. However, today’s landscape involves a complex set of regulations and industry standards that must be met to ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency. These include:

 

Key Transport Refrigeration Regulations & Standards

•HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) – An essential framework for ensuring food safety in transport, requiring careful monitoring and control of temperature-sensitive goods.

•F-Gas Regulation (EU No. 517/2014) – Governing the use and phase-out of fluorinated greenhouse gases in refrigeration units, with strict rules on leak testing, servicing, and gas recovery to reduce environmental impact.

•EN 12830 (Temperature Data Recorders) – A European standard specifying the accuracy and performance requirements for temperature recording devices used in transport.

•Annual Probe Calibration – A requirement for ensuring that temperature sensors in refrigerated vehicles provide accurate readings, preventing spoilage and maintaining compliance.

•GDP (Good Distribution Practice) for Pharmaceuticals – Critical for companies transporting medicines and vaccines, ensuring that cold chain logistics meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical regulators.

•PIEK Noise Measurement Standards – A regulation designed to reduce noise pollution in urban areas by setting maximum allowable noise levels for transport refrigeration units operating at night.

 

Ensuring Compliance with Ballinlough

 

Navigating the ever-changing landscape of transport refrigeration legislation can be challenging, but Ballinlough provides expert solutions to help businesses stay compliant while maximizing efficiency and reliability.

 

We specialize in designing the perfect refrigeration unit specification and offer tailored contract maintenance packages, ensuring that your fleet meets all legal requirements while operating at peak performance.

 

? Full compliance with Irish & EU transport refrigeration legislation

? Custom-built refrigeration unit specifications for your needs

? Ongoing maintenance and regulatory checks to ensure 24/7 reliability

 

Stay Compliant & Future-Proof Your Fleet

 

Don’t let compliance challenges slow down your operations. Contact Ballinlough’s expert team today for tailored advice on transport refrigeration unit specifications, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

 

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? Dublin: 01-4600322

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? Roscommon: 094-96 40045

 

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