CDC OneLab Webinar - ISO 35001:2019 Biorisk Management for Laboratories

With the complexities of laboratory environments combined with emerging biological agents, it is crucial to have a comprehensive biorisk management plan in place. This ensures the safety of personnel, the environment, and the public and maintains the integrity of laboratory activities. Effective biorisk management mitigates risks associated with hazardous biological materials and prevents unintentional exposures and unauthorized access to the laboratory. This webinar will briefly overview the ISO 35001 standard and describe the biorisk management model. Participants will learn the initial steps required to implement a biorisk management system within their laboratories, including how to develop biorisk management objectives. This webinar will also showcase a pilot study in partnership with the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) that illustrates the outcomes of implementing the ISO 35001 standard in various public health laboratories.