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Clean room production management system for radiopharmaceutical production plants

  • Author:Jason Peng

  • Cleanroom Engineering Technology Manager of Deiiang Company.

    Product R&D Manager of GDC Inc. Cleanroom Equipment Manufacturing Company.

    Executive Director of Guangdong Cleanroom Industry Association of China.

    Engaged in R&D of related products for 15 years, with rich relevant technical experience

  • 2024-12-02  |  Visits:

Introduction

This management system establishes protocols for clean room operations in radiopharmaceutical production plants. Strict adherence ensures product sterility, personnel safety, and regulatory compliance.

Scope

Applies to all personnel, equipment, and procedures within radiopharmaceutical production clean rooms.

Objective

Prevent contamination, ensure product integrity, and maintain radiation safety standards.

Critical Components

  • Air purification systems
  • Personnel protocols
  • Environmental monitoring

1Preparation Before Production

a Surface Cleaning

Thoroughly wipe floors, work surfaces, control cabinets, and all dust-prone areas with wet clean cloths.

b Air Purification

Activate air purification system with UV sterilization for minimum 1 hour before production.

c Entry Protocol

Personnel may enter only after 1 hour of air purification system operation.

d Material Transfer

Transfer production materials through designated logistics ports after thorough cleaning.

e Personnel Attire

  • Wear clean room-specific garments and footwear
  • Cover all hair, beards, and feet completely
  • Wear masks covering nose and mouth
  • Shower before entry

f Personal Hygiene

  • No makeup, jewelry, or accessories
  • Maintain short hair and nails
  • No entry for personnel with infections or skin conditions

g Environmental Checks

Verify temperature, humidity, and pressure differentials meet requirements. Document readings before production.

Radiopharmaceuticals Journey: Properties and Limitations

Radiopharmaceutical production plant

Figure 1: Radiopharmaceutical Production Plant

2Requirements During Production

aAir System Operation

Air purification system must remain operational throughout production.

bDoor Management

All doors between clean/non-clean areas must remain closed. Ensure tight sealing after each entry/exit.

cUV Light Protocol

Deactivate UV lights during personnel presence to prevent exposure damage.

dAccess Control

Only essential personnel permitted. Non-production visitors must wear full clean room attire.

eMovement Restrictions

Minimize movement to prevent particle generation and shedding. Maintain deliberate, controlled motions.

Autoclaves for Clean Rooms

Clean room work requirements

Figure 2: Clean Room Work Requirements

3Post-Production Procedures

aCleanup & Organization

Thoroughly clean used areas and organize all items. Return equipment to designated locations.

bMaterial Management

  • Clean all used production items
  • Log items remaining in or removed from clean room
  • Remove personal items and waste promptly

cPower Management

Deactivate all non-essential power sources and lighting systems.

dSecuring the Area

Close and lock all clean room doors according to security protocols.

eSystem Shutdown

Deactivate air purification system and complete operational logs.

Clean Room Door Selection

Clean room environment requirements

Figure 3: Clean room environment Requirements

4Critical Precautions

aConsumption Ban

Strictly prohibit eating, drinking, or smoking in clean room areas.

bBehavior Standards

Prohibit disruptive behavior, loud noises, or running in Clean room environments.

cAttire Regulations

Clean room garments restricted to clean areas only. Never wear personal clothing in clean rooms.

dPest Prevention

Ensure all doors remain securely closed to prevent insect or rodent contamination.

eWaste Management

Properly dispose of all waste materials. No littering in any facility areas.

fStorage Areas

Maintain clutter-free changing rooms. Keep lockers closed when not in use.

gChanging Protocol

Change into clean room attire only in designated changing areas.

hRadioactive Safety

Avoid touching door handles with gloved hands to prevent radioactive contamination.

5Visitor Management Protocol

Authorization Process

  • All visitor requests require General Manager approval
  • Department leaders must verify authorization
  • Unauthorized requests must be declined

Visitor Attire

Visitors must wear clean room-specific garments and footwear before entry, including passage through air shower.

Information Restrictions

  • No disclosure of production process secrets
  • Prohibit photography or equipment sketching
  • Team leaders must intervene if violations occur

Enforcement Protocol

Team leaders must refuse entry to improperly attired visitors and report unauthorized access requests to department leadership.

Clean Room Manufacturing Standards

Visitors visiting the clean room

Figure 4: Visitors in Clean Room

6Compliance Enforcement

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Violation Penalties

50 RMB fine per violation, allocated to department activity fund

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Reporting Protocol

Verified reports of violations result in penalty allocation to the reporter

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Documentation

All violations and penalties recorded in department compliance log

Sterility is Our Responsibility

Adherence to these protocols ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, and protection of both personnel and patients.

Quality Through Discipline

Cleanroom Insiders Expert Team

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