Laboratory Biosafety Guidelines
Description:... The focus of this document is on the use of bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, and other infectious agents which are pathogenic to humans. The document provides guidelines for those who design, build, operate, or work in laboratories in which such pathogens are grown for research or development purposes. Sections of the document cover biohazard containment; regulations governing the import, export, and transport of pathogens; classification of biological agents according to risk; physical containment levels, and the physical and operational requirements for each level; large-scale production of micro-organisms, and related considerations regarding safety, containment, and transportation; and laboratory design. Appendices include information on safety equipment and systems for laboratories.
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