2005-03-04

Devices for administration of medicinal products and intravascular catheters (CAC/ISO/TC 84)

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is seeking interested parties to participate on Devices for administration of medicinal products and intravascular catheters (CAC/ISO/TC 84) and represent the following membership categories: consumers, industry, regulators and manufacturers.

The scope of CAC/ISO/TC 84 is the:
Standardization of the performance of metered devices and supplies intended for administration of medicinal products, and standardization of syringes, needles, and intravascular catheters.

Excluded:

    * non catheter devices intended for diagnostic use;
    * anaesthetic and respiratory equipment, including lung ventilators and oxygen therapy devices, covered by ISO/TC 121;
    * cartridge systems for dental use, covered by ISO/TC 106;
    * specific requirements for components and devices, including prefilled syringes, covered by ISO/TC 76.

The Standards Council of Canada is looking for technical experts from the various Canadian companies that have a stake in the implementation of this technology to participate in the review and drafting of standards.

Benefits of Participation:

    * Membership in the Canadian committee
    * Mailings of draft standards for your information and comment
    * Participation in sub-committees
    * Opportunity to submit initiatives through the Standards Council of Canada
    * Attendance in selected events and committee meetings

What is Expected?

    * Possess the technical knowledge and or experience related to the subject matter
    * Active participation, commitment and a willingness to undertake committee work and prepare required reports and meeting documents in an electronic environment.
    * Ability and willingness to meet and respect deadlines and follow SCC procedures, directives and committee terms of reference.
    * Ability to travel and attend meetings internationally may be required (typically 1-3 times per year
    * Represent stakeholder groups and views. Consult with constituency and bring their concerns to the table.

Individuals are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with a statement outlining your interests and ability to contribute to the work of the “CAC/ISO/TC 84" by March 31, 2005.
 
Questions should be directed to Holly Bourque, Program Officer, ISO by telephone at 613-238-3222 ext. 408 or by email at [email protected].