Companies working and possessing poliovirus or materials potentially infectious for poliovirus, are subject to the amendment of the Law on Health (Control measures on poliovirus and other biological substances) from 18/12/2018.
These can for example include:
Requirements for companies with poliovirus or PIM vary depending on which material they possess, and which stage of the eradication campaign has been reached (see decision-trees below). Companies with poliovirus or PIM are therefore required to contact CBB for guidance on retention or destruction of the materials.
Companies possessing poliovirus material can chose voluntarily to also apply for a certificate from WHO.
CBB coordinates the certification process according to WHO’s guidelines. Contact CBB to apply.
Companies that wish to continue storing, working and possessing material in Denmark must apply for a permit and fulfill the legal requirements regarding poliovirus.
Companies possessing poliovirus material can chose voluntarily to also apply for a certificate from WHO.
CBB coordinates the certification process according to WHO’s guidelines.
As part of the legislation on poliovirus containment, CBB will perform inspections to ensure that companies comply with the legal requirements. For companies that wish to obtain a certificate from WHO, audits will be performed according to WHO’s guidance on poliovirus containment. See the documents Timeline for permits and certification and "Containment Certification Scheme" (CCS).
