Biological Safety

• Biohazardous Materials in Research and Instruction Policy
• Chemical Hazards
• Controlled Substances
• Environmental Health & Safety
• Forms
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
• Needle & Syringe Use
• Radioisotope Use
• rDNA
• Requests for Information
• Select Agents
• Useful Links

The Biological Safety program is concerned with protecting laboratory personnel and the environment from biohazardous and carcinogenic substances. Some of the services provided include periodic lab inspections, monitoring of biological safety cabinets, insuring proper use of autoclaves and chemical disinfectants, and providing information to researchers on recommended procedures for handling chemical carcinogens. A registry of recombinant DNA research and research agents classified as Biosafety Level 2 or greater is maintained. Laboratory animal facilities and animal care practices are also monitored.

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