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Medical Gas Training For Drivers
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Recent FDA Enforcement Activities
GAWDA members are beginning to see increased inspection activity—and severity. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Five Essential Tools For FDA Compliance
The FDA has made available tools which you can use to stay up-to-date with the agency’s actions in our industry. Below are five informational tools that will help you prepare for the next inspection. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
Improve Your FDA Compliance
The best way to improve your FDA compliance is effective training. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
Proactive FDA Inspection Preparation
Questions to prepare distributors for an FDA inspection. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Medical Gases…The Sky Is Not Falling
There are several medical gas initiatives being planned by the FDA, Congress and USP. This article lists the major issues and their likely impact on the industry. By Thomas L. Badstubner. -
The FDA Investigator Is At The Door
Recently there has been in increasing number of FDA audits involving gases and welding distributors. GAWDA members must be prepared for such an occurrence. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Medical Gas Expiration Dates
FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practice determines medical gas expiration dating standards. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
What Is My FDA Compliance Exposure If Fire Departments Fill Medical Oxygen?
Gases and Welding Distributors Association medical gas consultant offers strategies for complying with FDA regulations when filling medical oxygen cylinders. By Thomas L. Badstubner -
Alternate Cylinder Fill Technologies
There are many new technologies available for filling high pressure medical gas cylinders. By Thomas L. Badstubner
