Course Details
Course Objectives
This training program provides BSL-2 laboratory personnel with the essential knowledge and practical skills to handle moderate-risk biological agents safely. The course focuses on hazard mitigation, emergency response, and compliance with BSL-2 safety regulations, ensuring participants can work safely and maintain a compliant lab environment.
Methodology
- Lectures with subject matter experts on BSL-2 biosafety principles.
- Hands-on training with biosafety equipment, including biosafety cabinets and PPE.
- Interactive case studies and group discussions on real-world BSL-2 incidents.
- Emergency response simulations to practice handling lab spills and exposure incidents.
Key Topics Covered
- Overview of BSL-2 safety guidelines and regulatory frameworks (CDC/NIH).
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Identifying biological hazards and assessing risks.
- Identify and classify chemicals according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for chemical safety, including compressed gases.
- Biosafety Practices: Safe handling of microorganisms, decontamination, and waste disposal.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Proper selection, use, and maintenance, including entry and exit procedures.
- Bloodborne pathogen safety measures and comply with OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) standards.
- Incident Response: Procedures for spills, exposures, and laboratory accidents.
- Hazard Communication Plan
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for individuals working in BSL-2 laboratory environments where moderate-risk biological agents are handled. It is particularly beneficial for those seeking to improve their knowledge of biosafety practices, comply with regulatory requirements, and enhance their lab’s safety culture.
Course Length
Estimated duration: Half day – 1 day.
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