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Express pickup: checklist for lab samples (not specialist transport)
A practical checklist for businesses preparing non-regulated, non-cooled lab samples for an express pickup across Switzerland.
Quick answer
For an express pickup, pack lab samples in leak-proof primary containers, a secure secondary package and provide exact recipient details and a pickup time window. This checklist excludes cooled or regulated samples and specialist transports.
Short answer: What matters for express pickup?
Ensure primary containers are sealed, the secondary package protects against shocks and the recipient is clearly named. Provide a precise pickup time window. This guide covers only non-regulated, non-cooled lab samples.
1. Primary container: sealed and labelled
Use clean, intact, leak-proof primary containers. Close them securely. Label each container with a sample ID, sender and date. Avoid damaged tubes or loose caps.
2. Secondary packaging: shock and leak protection
Use a sturdy secondary package (e.g. sealed plastic bag plus rigid box). Cushion the sample so it cannot rattle or hit walls. Add absorbent material to contain any possible leakage.
3. Labelling and paperwork
Display sender and recipient addresses, phone numbers and a short content description on the outer package (e.g. “Lab sample, non-regulated”). Include a cover note with sample ID, purpose and contact details. Avoid terms that imply dangerous goods.
4. Pickup window and logistics
Book an exact pickup window. Provide access details, the receiving person and preferred handover method (e.g. reception desk). Name backup contacts for delays. Clear time windows help couriers operating in Zurich, Basel or Geneva plan efficiently.
5. Prepare the receiving site
Tell the recipient when to expect the sample and what paperwork to show. Confirm someone is authorised to accept the sample and that a safe storage place is ready.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ship any kind of lab sample with this checklist?
No. This checklist only applies to non-regulated, non-cooled samples suitable for passenger-vehicle transport. Infectious, biologically hazardous or temperature-controlled samples require specialist transport.
How do I state that a sample does not need cooling?
Write on the cover note and outer package: “No cooling required”. If relevant, add the acceptable temperature range in plain text.
What if a leak occurs during transport?
If you detect a leak, document it with photos and notify the recipient and the courier immediately. Keep remaining sample material and packaging as evidence.
What details does the courier need for pickup?
Provide pickup address, preferred time window, phone contact, a short description (“Lab sample, non-regulated”) and the receiving person’s name. Clear info reduces delays.