First-Air according to Annex 1
STZ EURO · Benjamin Pfändler, Michael Kuhn
DE
In pharmaceutical production, it is crucial that critical processes take place under the protection of clean (ideally particle- and germ-free) and low-turbulence air. This reduces the risk of germs or particles entering the product and causing contamination. Annex 1 of the EU GMP Guideline also places a strong emphasis on the first-air principle and its verification through flow visualization (smoke study).
But what exactly does this mean, and how can the first-air principle be adhered to?
We'll show you using practical examples!Agenda
- First AIr Protection
- Protection of critical zones
- Sources of contamination
- Verification of First Air
- Flow Barriers