The Shipping Core is permanantly closed.

Visit the Request Services tab for information about required training prior to shipping any biologics, dry ice or other related dangerous goods.

A limited number of supplies are still available for purchase by CHOP labs in the Request Services tab.

Overview of Services

The Research Institute Shipping Core (RISC) was a "fee for service" core facility available for the shipment of hazardous substances for all Research Institute faculty and staff. The Shipping Core provided comprehensive shipping services, including: - Proper classification, packaging, labeling, shipping and tracking of hazardous materials shipments; Shipping permit review and procurement assistance; Shipping training, Shipping supplies for purchase.

Leadership

Denise Melvin | Director, Research Safety Programs

Katina Frangakis | Core Manager
FRANGAKISK@EMAIL.CHOP.EDU

Location and hours of operation

Hours	Location
The Core has closed. Please view updates in the alert section of our website.	CTRB, A Level Loading Dock, A700 Philadelphia, PA 19104

Links and Resources

ORS Shipping

Contacts

Name	Role	Phone	Email	Location
Katina Frangakis	Sr. Program Manager, Specialist Dangerous Goods	267-425-2079	FRANGAKISK@CHOP.EDU	ARC 1419
Office of Research Safety (ORS)		267-426-2272	researchshafety@chop.edu	ARC 14th Floor