BATHGATE, UK
A Letter from Leadership
Welcome to Catalent Bathgate Clinical Supply Services facility. On behalf of the entire Bathgate team, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to fully understand your needs and those of your patients. We are excited to share our extensive clinical trial experience, operational excellence and innovative solutions.
Our experienced team are delighted to share their knowledge and passion to unlock the potential of your product helping to make your research a success.
It is a true pleasure to host you. I am confident that you will have a constructive and positive experience. This guide includes information to assist with your preparation for your travel to the Bathgate site. We want to help you get the most out of your visit therefore, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with special arrangements to ease your stay during your visit.
Dianne Coughlan
Site General Manager
On behalf of the 260+ employees that are part of the Bathgate team, thank you for your visit and welcome to Bathgate.
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Visitor Health Statement
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors, and the customers and patients we serve. In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, we have put in place restrictions on access to our sites.
By entering this facility I affirm that:
I have not experienced any of the following symptoms within 72 hours of visiting this site:
- Fever or chills
- Congestion or runny nose
- Cough
- Nausea or vomiting
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Muscle or body aches
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
Catalent takes the health and safety of its employees seriously. As such, if you should exhibit the symptoms of, or test positive for, COVID-19 over the next two days, we request that you contact your Catalent host, so that Catalent can take all possible measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
Site visitor guidelines are dependent on local regulations as well as local pandemic status and are subject to change. Your site host will advise on any changes outside of this document prior to visit.
Key Bathgate Site Information
With nearly 25 years of experience, our Bathgate location in Scotland, UK is an integral part of Catalent’s European Clinical Supply Services network. This 141,000 sq. ft. facility has a comprehensive range of capabilities to support sponsors’ studies throughout the UK, Europe and beyond, including clinical supply management, FastChain® demand-led supply, clinical-scale commercial packaging, and QP release services.
We have high-speed, automated primary packaging for blisters, as well as semi-automated primary packaging for bottles. We offer packaging design services on site, as well as secondary packaging and clinical labeling services.
Our facility is well-equipped to manage cold chain requirements, with storage environments including 15 to 25°C, 2 to 8°C, -15 to -25°C, and -40 to -80°C, and with additional temperatures to be added, including cryogenic. We also have cold room packaging, as well as low humidity packaging and dedicated potent primary packaging rooms. Catalent Bathgate is well suited to meet your needs in Clinical Supply Services and we look forward to working with you.
SECURITY
- Please park in visitor-designated parking areas.
- Please observe speed limits and stop signs while driving on the premises and yield to pedestrians.
- All vehicles and articles are subject to inspection.
- Visitors should be accompanied by an employee at all times within the facility.
- Taking photographs or videos is not allowed on site.
- Weapons, including privately owned firearms, are strictly prohibited on plant property.
- All persons visiting the site must be pre registered by the host or register at the front desk or security desk by providing a formal government issued ID. Visitors are issued and must wear a name tag or contractor badge at all times while on site. All visitors are required to check out at the Kiosk before leaving the site.
SAFETY & EMERGENCY
- You will be provided with personal protective gowning requirements relevant to the areas visited during your stay. Jewelry will need to be removed prior to entering GMP Production areas.
- In the event of a fire emergency, a long continuous alarm will sound. Your Catalent host or a member of the fire marshal team will escort you to the nearest exit door.
- Accident or Injury – If you have an accident or feel ill, inform your host who will arrange for first aid.
GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES (GMP)
- The Pharmaceutical facility adheres to MHRA regulatory requirements under for Good Manufacturing Process (GMP).
- For safety, footwear should be closed toe, no sling-back (for ladies), and a low heel.
SIGNS & WARNINGS
- Please be aware of displayed warning/personal protection signs and adhere to instruction issued by Catalent staff.
- Follow all posted signage relating to COVID-19, i.e. wearing masks, social-distancing, handwashing, etc.
- Do not enter restricted areas or touch any product, materials, machinery controls or equipment, unless authorized to do so by a Catalent employee.
IT
- Catalent offers wireless internet access for our guest. Your host will pre-register you and make arrangements for internet access during your visit.
- Catalent provides guest printing services. For assistance, please contact your host