Training

Principles of Biosafety Course

Course Overview

This course focuses on the principles of biosafety in BSL-3 and/or ABSL-3 laboratories, demonstrating best practices to enhance staff understanding of laboratory operations, safety controls, security measures, and compliance requirements. Participants will also gain proficiency in emergency response techniques. For advanced training, this course is also available for BSL-4 and ABSL-4 laboratories. Attendees will engage in both lectures and hands-on activities, including drills, to ensure practical knowledge application.

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Course Details

Sample Topics

  • Best practices for safety in BSL-3 and/or ABSL-3 laboratories.
  • Conducting thorough risk assessments.
  • Pre- and post-work procedures including proper donning and doffing of PPE.
  • Safe usage of BSL-3 laboratory equipment.
  • Effective emergency response protocols.
  • Federal Select Agent Program regulations.
  • Safe handling of select agents and toxins.
  • Containment principles.
  • Disinfection and sterilization.

Methodology

  • Lectures and interactive discussions led by biosafety subject matter experts.
  • 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-3 incidents.
  • Emergency response simulations to practice handling lab spills and exposure incidents.

Who Should Attend?

Scientific staff where sound biosafety practices are essential for safety.

Course Length

Estimated duration: 3 – 4 days.

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World BioHazTec is an Accredited Provider (AP) of the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). As an IACET Accredited Provider, World BioHazTec offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Information.

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