The document outlines criteria and operational modalities for qualified entities seeking to participate in WHO's BioHub system for sharing biological materials. It describes 15 criteria that laboratories must meet, including conducting biosafety and biosecurity risk assessments, implementing core biosafety requirements, having biosafety and biosecurity plans, conducting training and medical surveillance, and establishing incident response and inventory control systems. Qualified entities will need to demonstrate that they have addressed these criteria and comply with WHO guidance on biosafety, biosecurity, and handling of high-consequence pathogens.
This training manual provides guidance on biorisk management for laboratory workers, field personnel, and research students working in veterinary laboratories in Pakistan. Biorisk management is important to control safety and security risks associated with handling biological materials and prevent unintentional exposure and accidental release. The manual covers terminology related to biorisk management, the scope and importance of establishing biorisk management systems in facilities, and the objectives of providing biorisk management training to raise awareness of biosafety and biosecurity practices.
This document provides an overview of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), a systematic approach for identifying and controlling hazards. It describes the 7 core principles of HACCP: conducting a hazard analysis, determining critical control points, establishing target levels and critical limits, monitoring critical control points, establishing corrective actions, verifying the HACCP system is working, and documenting procedures. The document then discusses preliminary tasks for applying HACCP, including defining the risk question and scope, assembling a multidisciplinary team, describing the product/process, and conducting a hazard analysis to identify potential hazards at each process step.
Biosafety & biosecurity overview naypyitawEhealthMoHS
This document provides an overview of biosafety and biosecurity. It defines biosafety as protecting people from pathogens through containment principles and practices, while biosecurity protects pathogens from people through security measures. The document discusses international biosafety authorities, societal expectations around biosafety, common laboratory accidents, and the goals of biosafety measures to ensure proper containment. It also summarizes the Joint External Evaluation conducted in Laos in 2017 and its recommendations to improve national biosafety and biosecurity standards, conduct pathogen inventories, and train biosafety officers.
The document discusses risks associated with construction and renovation projects in healthcare settings and provides guidance to minimize these risks. It outlines several key points:
1. Construction projects can increase the risk of infectious outbreaks through exposure to dust and debris. The hospital must assess these risks and implement controls.
2. Common pathogens in construction-related outbreaks include Aspergillus, which has caused many nosocomial outbreaks through airborne spread during demolition or construction.
3. A safety risk assessment should be conducted during planning and continued throughout the project, considering factors like infection control, patient handling, and security.
4. An infection control risk assessment also guides precautions based on the construction type and
OECD Principle Of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).pptxSIRAJUDDIN MOLLA
The document discusses the OECD Principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). It begins by introducing GLP and its purpose of ensuring valid test data for determining chemical safety. It describes the development of the OECD GLP principles in 1979-1981. The document then covers the scope and definitions of key terms related to GLP. It provides details on 10 GLP principles regarding test facility organization, quality assurance programs, facilities, equipment, test systems, test items, standard operating procedures, study conduct, reporting, and record keeping.
The document discusses the process manufacturers must go through to evaluate the biological safety of medical devices before marketing them. This includes systematically evaluating devices for bio-compatibility risks to avoid harming the human body. The ISO 10993 series provides international guidelines for biological evaluation and testing to confirm biocompatibility and mitigate risks to an acceptable level. Manufacturers must document their biological evaluation plan and testing program to support medical device assessment and ensure biological safety.
This training manual provides guidance on biorisk management for laboratory workers, field personnel, and research students working in veterinary laboratories in Pakistan. Biorisk management is important to control safety and security risks associated with handling biological materials and prevent unintentional exposure and accidental release. The manual covers terminology related to biorisk management, the scope and importance of establishing biorisk management systems in facilities, and the objectives of providing biorisk management training to raise awareness of biosafety and biosecurity practices.
This document provides an overview of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), a systematic approach for identifying and controlling hazards. It describes the 7 core principles of HACCP: conducting a hazard analysis, determining critical control points, establishing target levels and critical limits, monitoring critical control points, establishing corrective actions, verifying the HACCP system is working, and documenting procedures. The document then discusses preliminary tasks for applying HACCP, including defining the risk question and scope, assembling a multidisciplinary team, describing the product/process, and conducting a hazard analysis to identify potential hazards at each process step.
Biosafety & biosecurity overview naypyitawEhealthMoHS
This document provides an overview of biosafety and biosecurity. It defines biosafety as protecting people from pathogens through containment principles and practices, while biosecurity protects pathogens from people through security measures. The document discusses international biosafety authorities, societal expectations around biosafety, common laboratory accidents, and the goals of biosafety measures to ensure proper containment. It also summarizes the Joint External Evaluation conducted in Laos in 2017 and its recommendations to improve national biosafety and biosecurity standards, conduct pathogen inventories, and train biosafety officers.
The document discusses risks associated with construction and renovation projects in healthcare settings and provides guidance to minimize these risks. It outlines several key points:
1. Construction projects can increase the risk of infectious outbreaks through exposure to dust and debris. The hospital must assess these risks and implement controls.
2. Common pathogens in construction-related outbreaks include Aspergillus, which has caused many nosocomial outbreaks through airborne spread during demolition or construction.
3. A safety risk assessment should be conducted during planning and continued throughout the project, considering factors like infection control, patient handling, and security.
4. An infection control risk assessment also guides precautions based on the construction type and
OECD Principle Of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).pptxSIRAJUDDIN MOLLA
The document discusses the OECD Principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). It begins by introducing GLP and its purpose of ensuring valid test data for determining chemical safety. It describes the development of the OECD GLP principles in 1979-1981. The document then covers the scope and definitions of key terms related to GLP. It provides details on 10 GLP principles regarding test facility organization, quality assurance programs, facilities, equipment, test systems, test items, standard operating procedures, study conduct, reporting, and record keeping.
The document discusses the process manufacturers must go through to evaluate the biological safety of medical devices before marketing them. This includes systematically evaluating devices for bio-compatibility risks to avoid harming the human body. The ISO 10993 series provides international guidelines for biological evaluation and testing to confirm biocompatibility and mitigate risks to an acceptable level. Manufacturers must document their biological evaluation plan and testing program to support medical device assessment and ensure biological safety.
Viral clearance studies are important for evaluating the safety of biopharmaceutical products during development and should become more stringent as the product progresses through clinical trials. Early phase studies emphasize safety and use model viruses to evaluate individual purification steps, while later phase studies treat viral clearance as part of overall process validation and use multiple viruses to model unknown contaminants. Key considerations for viral clearance studies include risk analysis, selection of critical manufacturing steps to evaluate, choice of model viruses, validation of scaled-down process and assays, and interpretation of virus reduction factors at each step. Regulations and guidelines provide recommendations on the appropriate scope and design of viral clearance studies during different phases of product development.
This document discusses biosafety principles for microbiology and biomedical laboratories. It defines biosafety and outlines key concepts like biohazards, biosafety levels, and the biohazard symbol. Biosafety aims to minimize health and environmental risks from hazardous biological materials through administrative controls, safety equipment, and facility design tailored to the risks involved. The document also notes emerging issues at the intersection of biosafety and biotechnology like genetically modified organisms, biosecurity, and bioethics.
The document discusses biosafety rules and regulations for handling biological materials. It covers topics like biosafety levels, guidelines, practices in the laboratory, training and education. Biosafety levels range from BSL-1 to BSL-4 depending on the risk level of the biological agent, with increasing safety precautions at higher levels. Personnel must be properly trained on containment, personal protective equipment, waste disposal and emergency procedures when working with biological materials.
Laboratory safety presentation from text book (3rd c h a p t e r) lec 1biochembiochem
This document discusses various aspects of laboratory safety. It covers regulations like OSHA standards, hazard communication, chemical hygiene plans, and more. Specific safety topics covered include biological safety, chemical safety, radiation safety, fire safety, and safety equipment. The document emphasizes the shared responsibility of employers and employees for safety. It provides guidance on signage and labeling, personal protective equipment, safety equipment like fume hoods and biosafety cabinets, and proper handling and storage of chemicals.
This document provides an overview of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), a systematic preventative approach to food safety. It discusses the 12 steps and 7 principles of HACCP, including conducting a hazard analysis, identifying critical control points, establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and record keeping. The document also covers the history and benefits of HACCP, noting it originated from NASA's efforts to ensure food safety for space travel and is now widely recognized internationally as an effective food safety system.
Lecture 1 introduction of biosafety & biosecurityraghdasaad6
This lecture introduces biosafety and biosecurity. Biosafety refers to containment practices to prevent exposure to pathogens, while biosecurity aims to prevent the spread of harmful organisms. Biorisk encompasses both biosafety and biosecurity risks associated with biological materials. Key components of biorisk management include risk assessment, mitigation actions, and performance evaluation to continually improve the system. Effective management systems follow a plan-do-check-act cycle. Components of safety in all labs include safe handling of specimens, chemicals, instruments, and waste as well as fire and electrical safety.
The document provides information on the International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH). The ICH aims to harmonize technical requirements for drug registration among countries in Europe, Japan, and the United States. It seeks to increase international harmonization, ensure safety and efficacy of medicines, and develop pharmaceuticals efficiently. The ICH provides guidelines on drug quality, efficacy, and safety. It covers topics like stability testing, analytical validation, impurities, biotechnology products, specifications, good manufacturing practices, quality risk management, and quality systems.
This document provides guidance for ensuring sterility in the manufacture of sterile medicinal products through a contamination control strategy (CCS). The CCS should establish robust assurance of contamination prevention from microbial, endotoxin/pyrogen and particulate sources. It involves identifying risks to product quality using quality risk management and putting in place controls like facility design, equipment qualification, environmental monitoring, personnel training and change control to minimize these risks. The CCS must describe all elements of the manufacturing process and be reviewed periodically for effectiveness in assuring sterility of the final product.
The document discusses the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) system. It describes how HACCP was originally developed to ensure food safety for the space program. The key points are:
1) HACCP has two components - identifying hazards and identifying critical control points to prevent risks.
2) There are seven principles of HACCP as defined by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF), including conducting a hazard analysis, identifying critical control points, establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, record keeping, and verification.
3) The principles involve identifying hazards at all stages of production and controlling hazards through critical limits at
Laboratory organization refers to the systematic arrangement and management of laboratory equipment, supplies, and space to ensure efficient and safe workflow. It involves the proper storage of chemicals, maintenance of equipment, labeling of samples, and overall cleanliness of the laboratory space.
Biosafety management, on the other hand, focuses on implementing measures to control and prevent the exposure of laboratory workers, the environment, and the public from potential biological hazards. It includes the adoption of safe work practices, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and the implementation of containment measures for biohazardous materials.
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This document summarizes a workshop paper on potential biohazards in a pathological department associated with daily work practices. It discusses hazards from work practices, safety equipment, and facility safeguards. Potential hazards include exposure to microbial aerosols and droplets from improperly functioning biosafety cabinets, sealed rotors, or ventilation systems. Training and maintenance of safety equipment is important to ensure proper operation and containment. Facility safeguards like directional airflow also help prevent accidental release of agents and their transmission to other areas. A risk assessment approach is outlined to identify agent and procedure hazards, determine the appropriate biosafety level, and select additional precautions to reduce risks to workers.
Amee write-up on - POTENTIAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH WORK PRACTICESamee terdue
This document summarizes the potential bio-hazards associated with daily work practices in a pathological department. It discusses hazards from work practices, safety equipment, and facility safeguards. Proper training and safety protocols are important to reduce risks of exposure to hazardous agents. A risk assessment should evaluate hazards from agents, laboratory procedures, equipment functionality, and staff proficiency. Reviews with safety experts can help ensure appropriate safety levels.
This document provides guidance on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and master formulae for vaccine manufacturers. It discusses WHO good manufacturing practice requirements for documentation, including SOPs, master formulae, forms, specifications and identification systems. The document presents examples of SOP formats and content requirements. It also provides sample SOPs from vaccine manufacturers and priorities for preparing SOPs and master formulae. The goal is to help manufacturers develop comprehensive documentation systems to ensure consistent high quality production according to regulatory standards.
This document provides guidance on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and master formulae for vaccine manufacturers. It was written by experts from WHO, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico in collaboration. The document defines good manufacturing practices and quality management. It emphasizes the importance of documentation, including SOPs, master formulae, forms, and specifications. The document provides a recommended format for SOPs and examples of SOPs from vaccine manufacturers. It also discusses the content requirements for different types of SOPs and priorities for preparing SOPs and master formulae. The goal is to provide vaccine manufacturers a framework for assessing and improving their documentation systems to meet GMP requirements.
This document discusses laboratory biosafety levels and the transfer of biological samples. It begins by outlining the objectives and presentation outline. It then introduces biosafety practices and discusses the four biosafety levels - BSL-1 to BSL-4 - in increasing order of risk. Each level is associated with different safety practices and containment facilities depending on the risk of pathogens handled. The document also discusses regulations for the safe transfer of biological samples between facilities, including packaging, labeling and documentation requirements. Material transfer agreements are identified as important for governing the transfer and use of biological materials.
Haccp principles and application guidelinesionessy
This document provides guidelines for applying Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles to assure food safety. It was created by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods to advise the food industry and regulatory agencies. The document defines HACCP terms and outlines the seven HACCP principles. It also provides detailed guidance on developing and implementing an effective HACCP plan tailored to each facility.
The WHO is revising the Laboratory Biosafety Manual to incorporate recent developments in biosafety practices and technologies over the past 13 years. The revision will feature a risk-based approach and emphasize good microbiological practices and procedures. It will include a core document along with additional monographs providing more detailed guidance on topics like risk assessment, laboratory design, and biosafety program management.
This document outlines modules for a food safety training program. Module 1 introduces key food safety concepts, hazards, and stakeholders' roles. Module 2 covers risk analysis, incident management, and crisis communication. Module 3 addresses raw material and allergen management. Later modules focus on facility design, foreign material prevention, and regulatory compliance. The training seeks to help participants understand and apply food safety practices within their specific company or facility operations.
This document discusses the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system for ensuring food safety. It defines HACCP and explains its seven principles for identifying and controlling food safety hazards. The document also outlines the steps to implement a HACCP program in a food processing plant, including forming a HACCP team, conducting a hazard analysis and identifying critical control points, establishing monitoring procedures, and verifying that the HACCP system is working properly. The goal of HACCP is to prevent food safety hazards through control at critical points during food production rather than relying on end product inspection.
Viral clearance studies are important for evaluating the safety of biopharmaceutical products during development and should become more stringent as the product progresses through clinical trials. Early phase studies emphasize safety and use model viruses to evaluate individual purification steps, while later phase studies treat viral clearance as part of overall process validation and use multiple viruses to model unknown contaminants. Key considerations for viral clearance studies include risk analysis, selection of critical manufacturing steps to evaluate, choice of model viruses, validation of scaled-down process and assays, and interpretation of virus reduction factors at each step. Regulations and guidelines provide recommendations on the appropriate scope and design of viral clearance studies during different phases of product development.
This document discusses biosafety principles for microbiology and biomedical laboratories. It defines biosafety and outlines key concepts like biohazards, biosafety levels, and the biohazard symbol. Biosafety aims to minimize health and environmental risks from hazardous biological materials through administrative controls, safety equipment, and facility design tailored to the risks involved. The document also notes emerging issues at the intersection of biosafety and biotechnology like genetically modified organisms, biosecurity, and bioethics.
The document discusses biosafety rules and regulations for handling biological materials. It covers topics like biosafety levels, guidelines, practices in the laboratory, training and education. Biosafety levels range from BSL-1 to BSL-4 depending on the risk level of the biological agent, with increasing safety precautions at higher levels. Personnel must be properly trained on containment, personal protective equipment, waste disposal and emergency procedures when working with biological materials.
Laboratory safety presentation from text book (3rd c h a p t e r) lec 1biochembiochem
This document discusses various aspects of laboratory safety. It covers regulations like OSHA standards, hazard communication, chemical hygiene plans, and more. Specific safety topics covered include biological safety, chemical safety, radiation safety, fire safety, and safety equipment. The document emphasizes the shared responsibility of employers and employees for safety. It provides guidance on signage and labeling, personal protective equipment, safety equipment like fume hoods and biosafety cabinets, and proper handling and storage of chemicals.
This document provides an overview of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), a systematic preventative approach to food safety. It discusses the 12 steps and 7 principles of HACCP, including conducting a hazard analysis, identifying critical control points, establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and record keeping. The document also covers the history and benefits of HACCP, noting it originated from NASA's efforts to ensure food safety for space travel and is now widely recognized internationally as an effective food safety system.
Lecture 1 introduction of biosafety & biosecurityraghdasaad6
This lecture introduces biosafety and biosecurity. Biosafety refers to containment practices to prevent exposure to pathogens, while biosecurity aims to prevent the spread of harmful organisms. Biorisk encompasses both biosafety and biosecurity risks associated with biological materials. Key components of biorisk management include risk assessment, mitigation actions, and performance evaluation to continually improve the system. Effective management systems follow a plan-do-check-act cycle. Components of safety in all labs include safe handling of specimens, chemicals, instruments, and waste as well as fire and electrical safety.
The document provides information on the International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH). The ICH aims to harmonize technical requirements for drug registration among countries in Europe, Japan, and the United States. It seeks to increase international harmonization, ensure safety and efficacy of medicines, and develop pharmaceuticals efficiently. The ICH provides guidelines on drug quality, efficacy, and safety. It covers topics like stability testing, analytical validation, impurities, biotechnology products, specifications, good manufacturing practices, quality risk management, and quality systems.
This document provides guidance for ensuring sterility in the manufacture of sterile medicinal products through a contamination control strategy (CCS). The CCS should establish robust assurance of contamination prevention from microbial, endotoxin/pyrogen and particulate sources. It involves identifying risks to product quality using quality risk management and putting in place controls like facility design, equipment qualification, environmental monitoring, personnel training and change control to minimize these risks. The CCS must describe all elements of the manufacturing process and be reviewed periodically for effectiveness in assuring sterility of the final product.
The document discusses the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) system. It describes how HACCP was originally developed to ensure food safety for the space program. The key points are:
1) HACCP has two components - identifying hazards and identifying critical control points to prevent risks.
2) There are seven principles of HACCP as defined by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF), including conducting a hazard analysis, identifying critical control points, establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, record keeping, and verification.
3) The principles involve identifying hazards at all stages of production and controlling hazards through critical limits at
Laboratory organization refers to the systematic arrangement and management of laboratory equipment, supplies, and space to ensure efficient and safe workflow. It involves the proper storage of chemicals, maintenance of equipment, labeling of samples, and overall cleanliness of the laboratory space.
Biosafety management, on the other hand, focuses on implementing measures to control and prevent the exposure of laboratory workers, the environment, and the public from potential biological hazards. It includes the adoption of safe work practices, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and the implementation of containment measures for biohazardous materials.
Amee write-up on - POTENTIAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH WORK PRACTICESamee terdue
This document summarizes a workshop paper on potential biohazards in a pathological department associated with daily work practices. It discusses hazards from work practices, safety equipment, and facility safeguards. Potential hazards include exposure to microbial aerosols and droplets from improperly functioning biosafety cabinets, sealed rotors, or ventilation systems. Training and maintenance of safety equipment is important to ensure proper operation and containment. Facility safeguards like directional airflow also help prevent accidental release of agents and their transmission to other areas. A risk assessment approach is outlined to identify agent and procedure hazards, determine the appropriate biosafety level, and select additional precautions to reduce risks to workers.
Amee write-up on - POTENTIAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH WORK PRACTICESamee terdue
This document summarizes the potential bio-hazards associated with daily work practices in a pathological department. It discusses hazards from work practices, safety equipment, and facility safeguards. Proper training and safety protocols are important to reduce risks of exposure to hazardous agents. A risk assessment should evaluate hazards from agents, laboratory procedures, equipment functionality, and staff proficiency. Reviews with safety experts can help ensure appropriate safety levels.
This document provides guidance on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and master formulae for vaccine manufacturers. It discusses WHO good manufacturing practice requirements for documentation, including SOPs, master formulae, forms, specifications and identification systems. The document presents examples of SOP formats and content requirements. It also provides sample SOPs from vaccine manufacturers and priorities for preparing SOPs and master formulae. The goal is to help manufacturers develop comprehensive documentation systems to ensure consistent high quality production according to regulatory standards.
This document provides guidance on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and master formulae for vaccine manufacturers. It was written by experts from WHO, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico in collaboration. The document defines good manufacturing practices and quality management. It emphasizes the importance of documentation, including SOPs, master formulae, forms, and specifications. The document provides a recommended format for SOPs and examples of SOPs from vaccine manufacturers. It also discusses the content requirements for different types of SOPs and priorities for preparing SOPs and master formulae. The goal is to provide vaccine manufacturers a framework for assessing and improving their documentation systems to meet GMP requirements.
This document discusses laboratory biosafety levels and the transfer of biological samples. It begins by outlining the objectives and presentation outline. It then introduces biosafety practices and discusses the four biosafety levels - BSL-1 to BSL-4 - in increasing order of risk. Each level is associated with different safety practices and containment facilities depending on the risk of pathogens handled. The document also discusses regulations for the safe transfer of biological samples between facilities, including packaging, labeling and documentation requirements. Material transfer agreements are identified as important for governing the transfer and use of biological materials.
Haccp principles and application guidelinesionessy
This document provides guidelines for applying Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles to assure food safety. It was created by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods to advise the food industry and regulatory agencies. The document defines HACCP terms and outlines the seven HACCP principles. It also provides detailed guidance on developing and implementing an effective HACCP plan tailored to each facility.
The WHO is revising the Laboratory Biosafety Manual to incorporate recent developments in biosafety practices and technologies over the past 13 years. The revision will feature a risk-based approach and emphasize good microbiological practices and procedures. It will include a core document along with additional monographs providing more detailed guidance on topics like risk assessment, laboratory design, and biosafety program management.
This document outlines modules for a food safety training program. Module 1 introduces key food safety concepts, hazards, and stakeholders' roles. Module 2 covers risk analysis, incident management, and crisis communication. Module 3 addresses raw material and allergen management. Later modules focus on facility design, foreign material prevention, and regulatory compliance. The training seeks to help participants understand and apply food safety practices within their specific company or facility operations.
This document discusses the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system for ensuring food safety. It defines HACCP and explains its seven principles for identifying and controlling food safety hazards. The document also outlines the steps to implement a HACCP program in a food processing plant, including forming a HACCP team, conducting a hazard analysis and identifying critical control points, establishing monitoring procedures, and verifying that the HACCP system is working properly. The goal of HACCP is to prevent food safety hazards through control at critical points during food production rather than relying on end product inspection.
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This document provides guidance on good manufacturing practices for medicinal products. It discusses the importance of a pharmaceutical quality system to ensure that manufactured medicines are fit for use and comply with regulatory standards. Key elements of the quality system include good manufacturing practices, quality control, product quality reviews, and quality risk management. The quality system requires participation across all departments and levels of the company to ensure product safety, quality and efficacy.
This document discusses key aspects of designing pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). It covers process design tools like block flow diagrams, process flow diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams that are used to design the facility layout and process flows. The document also discusses various unit operations in solid dosage manufacturing like material handling, milling, blending, compression, and coating. Facility design must meet regulatory requirements to facilitate operations, control materials, and prevent contamination according to cGMP.
This document lists various prequalified active pharmaceutical ingredients from the WHO. It includes the product ID, INN, grade, therapeutic area, applicant, date of prequalification, and confirmation date. There are over 400 entries listed with information about different APIs that have been prequalified for treatments of conditions like HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and others.
Danh mục 37 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy phép lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 185.
Quyết định được Cục Quản lý Dược Việt Nam ban hành vào tháng 7 năm 2023.
Danh mục 259 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 185.
Danh mục được ban hành bới Cục Quản lý Dược Việt Nam tháng 7 năm 2023.
Ngày 21/06 vừa qua, cục Quản lý Dược vừa ban hành quyết định về việc công bố danh mục thuốc biệt dược gốc - đợt 2 năm 2023.
Ban hành kèm theo quyết định này bao gồm 83 thuốc biệt dược gốc.
Xem thêm các tài liệu khác trên trang của công ty cổ phần Tư vấn thiết kế GMP-EU.
Hướng dẫn thực hành này cung cấp thông tin cho các nhà sản xuất thức ăn có chất sát khuẩn không an toàn do thuốc chuyển sang thức ăn chăn nuôi không chứa thuốc hoặc một loại thức ăn khác. Mục đích của hướng dẫn này:
• “Sản xuất và phân phối thức ăn có chứa thuốc” đề cập đến việc sử dụng thiết bị để sản xuất, chế biến, đóng gói, giữ và phân phối thức ăn.
• “Thức ăn chăn nuôi” được sản xuất có thêm hóa chất bảo quản. Thức ăn cho động vật như vậy có thể được gọi trong hướng dẫn này là “thức ăn có tẩm thuốc” hoặc “thức ăn không có tẩm thuốc”, tùy thuộc vào việc thức ăn đó có được pha chế để chứa một loại thuốc mới dành cho động vật hay không. Để thuận tiện, chúng tôi gọi những loại thuốc mới dành cho động vật này đơn giản là “thuốc”.
• “Thuốc mang theo” đề cập đến sự hiện diện của thuốc trong lô thức ăn chăn nuôi tiếp theo.
• “Ô nhiễm không an toàn”: đề cập đến mức độ nhiễm bẩn, do một loại thuốc được phép sử dụng trong thức ăn chăn nuôi, gây ra rủi ro không thể chấp nhận được đối với sức khỏe con người hoặc động vật.
Nói chung, các tài liệu hướng dẫn của FDA không thiết lập các trách nhiệm có thể thực thi về mặt pháp lý. Thay vào đó nó mô tả Cơ quan về một chủ đề và chỉ nên được xem dưới dạng khuyến nghị, trừ khi các yêu cầu pháp lý hoặc quy định cụ thể được trích dẫn. Việc sử dụng từ nên trong hướng dẫn của Cơ quan có nghĩa là điều gì đó được gợi ý hoặc khuyến nghị, nhưng không bắt buộc.
Xem thêm các tài liệu khác trên trang của công ty cổ phần tư vấn thiết kể GMP EU.
Cục Quản lý Thực phẩm và Dược phẩm Hoa Kỳ đưa ra hướng dẫn cho các nhà sản xuất và phân phối sữa cho trẻ sơ sinh về các yêu cầu ghi nhãn nhất định đối với các sản phẩm này. Hướng dẫn này đặc biệt chú trọng đến số lượng các công thức sữa cho trẻ sơ sinh có bao bì tương tự nhưng khác nhau về thành phần hoặc mục đích sử dụng. Ngày càng nhiều các sản phẩm ghi sai nhãn về hàm lượng chất dinh dưỡng, do vậy hướng dẫn này cung cấp thông tin có thể giúp các nhà sản xuất hiểu và tuân thủ các yêu cầu ghi nhãn liên quan.
Hướng dẫn này không bao gồm đầy đủ tất cả các quy định liên quan đến việc ghi nhãn sữa công thức dành cho trẻ sơ sinh. Vì vậy bạn có thể xem thêm các hướng dẫn khác tại www.fda.gov/FoodGuidances hoặc các tài liệu trên kênh của công ty cổ phần tư vấn thiết kế GMP EU.
Ngày 25/05 vừa qua, Cục quản lý Dược vừa ban hành danh mục 69 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 184.
Theo đó, ban hành kèm theo Quyết định này danh mục 69 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 184, cụ thể:
1. Danh mục 64 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam hiệu lực 05 năm (Phụ lục I kèm theo).
2. Danh mục 05 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam hiệu lực 03 năm (Phụ lục II kèm theo).
Xem thêm các tài liệu khác trên trang của công tư cổ phần tư vấn thiết kế GMP EU.
Ngày 25/05 vừa qua, Cục quản lý Dược đã ban hành quyết định số 352/QĐ-QLD về việc ban hành danh mục 231 thuốc nước ngoài được cấp, gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 184.
Theo đề nghị của Trưởng phòng Đăng ký thuốc, Cục Quản lý Dược quyết định:
Ban hành kèm theo Quyết định này danh mục 231 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 184, cụ thể:
1. Danh mục 172 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành hiệu lực 05 năm (Phụ lục I kèm theo).
2. Danh mục 52 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành hiệu lực 03 năm (Phụ lục II kèm theo).
3. Danh mục 07 thuốc sản xuất trong nước được gia hạn đăng ký lưu hành đến 31/12/2025 (Phụ lục III kèm theo).
Xem thêm các tài liệu khác trên trang của công ty cổ phần Tư vấn thiết kế GMP EU.
Ngày 26/05 vừa qua, Cục Quản lý Dược đã ban hành quyết định số 371/QĐ-QLD về việc công bố danh mục thuốc biệt dược gốc Đợt 1 - năm 2023.
Theo đề nghị của Trưởng phòng Đăng ký thuốc - Cục Quản lý Dược, quyết định:
Công bố Danh mục 56 thuốc Biệt dược gốc Đợt 1 - Năm 2023 tại Phụ lục kèm theo Quyết định này.
Xem thêm các tài liệu khác trên trang của công ty cổ phần Tư vấn thiết kế GMP EU.
Ngày 26/05 vừa qua, Cục Quản lý Dược vừa ra quyết định số 370/QĐ-QLD về việc ban hành danh mục 50 thuốc nước ngoài được cấp, gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 111 bổ sung.
Theo đề nghị của Trưởng phòng Đăng ký thuốc - Cục Quản lý Dược quyết định:
Ban hành kèm theo Quyết định này danh mục 50 thuốc nước ngoài được cấp, gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành tại Việt Nam - Đợt 111 bổ sung, bao gồm:
1. Danh mục 41 thuốc nước ngoài được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành hiệu lực 05 năm - Đợt 111 bổ sung (tại Phụ lục I kèm theo).
2. Danh mục 01 thuốc nước ngoài được cấp giấy đăng ký lưu hành hiệu lực 03 năm - Đợt 111 bổ sung (tại Phụ lục II kèm theo).
3. Danh mục 07 thuốc nước ngoài được gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành hiệu lực 05 năm - Đợt 111 bổ sung (tại Phụ lục III kèm theo).
4. Danh mục 01 thuốc nước ngoài được gia hạn giấy đăng ký lưu hành đến 31/12/2025 - Đợt 111 bổ sung (tại Phụ lục IV kèm theo).
Ngày 24/05 vừa qua, Bộ Y tế vừa ban hành quyết định về việc công bố danh mục thuốc có chứng minh tương đương sinh học đợt 2 - năm 2023.
Theo đề nghị của Trưởng phòng Đăng ký thuốc - Cục quản lý Dược, quyết định:
Công bố Danh mục 28 thuốc có chứng minh tương đương sinh học Đợt 2 - Năm 2023 tại Phụ lục kèm theo Quyết định này.
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2. Contents
Introduction 1
Criteria for qualified entities 2
1. Biosafety, biosecurity and risk assessment 3
2. Core requirements 5
3. Heightened control measures 6
4. Maximum containment measures 6
5. Biosafety manual 6
6. Biosecurity plan 6
7. Dual-use research of concern 7
8. Training and competency 8
9. Medicalsurveillance programme (occupationalhealth) 8
10. Emergency and incident response plan 8
11. Incident reporting system 8
12. Inventory control system 9
13. Audits and inspections 9
14. Maintenance and servicing 9
15. Transportation systems 9
References 10
Annex 1 Biosafety riskassessment template 11
Annex 2 Biosecurity risk assessment template 12
Annex 3 Decision tree to evaluate dual-use potential 13
Annex 4 Qualified entity requirements checklist 14
Reference for annexes 15
3. 1
Introduction
The aim of the World Health Organization (WHO) BioHub System is to implement the timely
sharingofbiologicalmaterialsbetweenlaboratoriesandpartnersglobally.This international
exchangesystem will enablerapidassessmentofriskandsubsequent mitigationmeasuresfor
epidemic-andpandemic-pronediseases,andthusmake global preparedness and response
against these diseases more effective.
Laboratories wishing to receive biological materials as part of this international exchange
systemwillneedtobeacceptedbyWHOasaQualifiedEntity(QE).To acquireQEstatus,
laboratoriesmustmeetpre-agreedconditions,includingbiosafety and biosecurity measures,
and various regulations.
Laboratories applying for QE status sign the standard material transfer agreement (SMTA)2
(non-commercialuse)or3(allusesincludingcommercialones),which meansthatwhen
receivingbiological materials withepidemicorpandemicpotential
(BMEPP) they are deemed to have confirmed proper conformance to the biosafety and
biosecuritycriteria.Thisis,inadditiontocompliancewithotherrelevantWHOguidance
documents, and applicable national and international regulations. WHO reserves the right to
ask QEs to provide more details for the purpose of application processing and review the QEs’
biosafety and biosecurity conformance and performance.
AchecklistforQEsisgivenbelow,forindicationpurposes;fulldetailscanbefound in the
document available from the WHO BioHub webpage (1).
4. 2
Criteria for Qualified Entities
Thischecklistofcriteriacanbeusedtoensurethatbiosafetyandbiosecuritymeasures arein
placewithinyourfacility,tofulfiltheassessmentcriteriaforobtainingQEstatus:
1. Facility biosafety and biosecurity capacities, capabilities and risk assessments in place and
documented.
2. Compliance with “core requirements” as defined in the WHO Laboratory biosafety manual
4th edition (LBM4), including observance of good microbiological practice and procedure
(GMPP) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
3. Compliance with “heightened control measures”, as defined in the LBM4 and as
determined bytheriskassessment forthe planned experiments.
4. Where applicable, compliance with “maximum containment measures”, as defined in the
LBM4 and as determined by the risk assessment for the planned experiments.
5. Acompletebiosafetymanualinplace,containinginstitutionalpolicies,programmes and
plansas well asresponsibilities ofbiosafety personnel and otherstaff.
6. Abiosecurityplaninplace,outliningthesecuritymeasures,includingphysical securityof
thefacility,accessrestrictions,informationcontrolandpersonnel reliability.
7. Commitment and a transparent regime in place to address dual-use research of concern
(DURC) and report such research to WHO.
8. Trainingprogramme, competency assessments and associatedrecords inplace.
9. Medical surveillance programme (occupational health) in place.
10. Emergency and incident response plan in place.
11. Incident reporting system and records in place.
12. Inventory control system and records in place.
13. Records of audits and inspections (internal and external) in place.
14. Maintenance and servicing programme for facility, equipment and technical installations
in place.
15. Transportation systems in place, including export and import permits.
The rest of this document provides information on these criteria and related guidance
documents.
5. 3
1. Biosafety, biosecurity and risk assessment
Biosafetyandbiosecurityarefundamentalforprotectingthelaboratoryworkforce,the public
and the environment from exposure to and inadvertent or intentional release of harmful
biological agents. A systematic approach to biosafety and biosecurity programme
management that reflects a four-element cycle – planning, assessment, implementation, and
review and improvement (Fig. 1) – should be implemented. This approach should be carried out
in a manner commensurate with the assessed risk, whichwouldvarysubstantially,depending
onfactorssuchasthecharacteristicsofthe biological agent, volume and titre being used, and
the procedures being carried out.
Fig. 1. Biosafety programme management cycle
Comprehensive details of laboratory biosafety relevant to all biological agents are
describedinthenewlypublishedWHOLabo ratorybiosafetymanual4thedition(LBM4)(2). The
LBM4 and associated monographs contain useful guidance and templates, including biosafety and
biosecurity risk assessments (3) and evaluations with potential for dual-use researchofconcern(4).
Alsoavailableisspecificandconcreteguidanceforthehandling and transport of specified
infectious substances such as SARS-CoV-2 virus; for example, WHO’s Laboratory biosafety guidance
related to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) (5).
STEP 1.
PLANNING
Biosafety policy
Biosafety officer
Biosafety
committee
STEP 4. REVIEW
AND
IMPROVEMENT
Incident reporting
and
investigatio
n
Inv
entory
control Internal and
external audits and
inspections
BIOSAFETY
PROGRAMME
MANAGEMEN
T CYCLE
STEP 2. ASSESSMENT
Biosafety risk
assessment Biosecurity
risk assessment
STEP 3.
IMPLEMENTATION
Biosafety
manual Biosecurity plan, laboratory access and
physical security
Occupational health
programmes Personnel
management and training Safe
workpractices andSOPs Facility
designandsafetyequipment
Waste
management Emergency
response Recordsand
documentation
6. 4
Specific guidance on laboratory biosecurity is available (6), but is currently being revised.
ThecriteriarequiredforQEapprovalconformwiththeLBM4specifications,which build on
the risk assessment framework. A thorough, evidence-based and accountable assessmentof
therisksallowsriskcontrol measures tobeproportionatetothe actual riskofworkingwith
biologicalagentsonacase-by-casebasis,takingintoaccount factors such as procedures,
volume and titre that substantially alterthe risk and thus dictateanappropriateriskcontrol
strategy.Thisisincontrasttotheconventionaldirect equation of the risk (hazard) group of the
pathogen and biosafety (containment) level.
1.1 Risk assessment
All QEs should be able to demonstrate their capabilities to perform and document a risk
assessment for receiving, handling and storing any materials, including proper selectionand
implementationofriskcontrolmeasures,basedontheproposed research plan. The risk
assessment should be regularly reviewed as part of the risk assessment cycle (Fig.2).
REVIEW RISKS
ANDRISK
CONTROL
MEASURES
GATHER
INFORMATION
EVALUATE
THE RISKS
SELECT AND IMPLEMENT
RISKCONTROLMEASURES
DEVELOP A RISK
CONTROL STRATEGY
Fig. 2. Risk assessment cycle
AQEshouldbeabletopresentabriefoutlineoftheplannedstudyandconfirmthata risk
assessment has been performed and documented, with proper control measures in place. WHO
retains the right to request further details in case of safety and security concerns. Annex 1
contains a biosafety risk assessment template, to illustrate the process and facilitate the
riskassessment. Detailed templates and useful practical examples are available in the risk
assessment monograph of the LBM4 (3).
7. 5
2. Core requirements
Corerequirementsareasetofoperationalandphysicalitemsthatformthe foundation
and are an integral part of biosafety in all laboratories. Core requirements for all facilities
working with pathogenic biological agents and materials include the following:
• Good microbiological practice and procedure (GMPP): a set of SOPs or code of practice
thatisapplicabletoalltypesofactivitieswithbiologicalagents.
• Personnel competence and training: including general familiarization and awareness
training,job-specifictraining,andsafetyandsecuritytraining,to ensurecompetentand
safety-consciouslaboratory personnel.
• Facility design: includes features such as ensuring ample space, handwashing facilities,
signage, access permission, impermeable surfaces, adequate lighting, firstaidsupplies, reliable
electricitysupplyandventilation(afull listoffacility design features is given in the LBM4).
• Specimenreceiptandstorage:asetofriskcontrolmeasuresinplacefor thereceipt,
storageandinactivation(includingverificationofinactivation)of specimens.
• Internalandexternaltransport:procedures fortransferring ortransporting infectious
substanceswithinorbetweenlaboratoriesinawaythatminimizesthe potentialfordrop,
spillage,collisionorsimilarevents.Transportationoutsidethe laboratorymaybesubjectto
variousnationalandinternationalregulations.
• Decontaminationandwastemanagement:corerequirementsforthehandlingof
contaminatedwastematerialrequireprocessesfortheidentification,segregation or packing
before decontamination, disposal or transportation.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE): procedures and application for the correct donning,
use, doffing, decontamination and disposal of required wearable equipment or clothing
(e.g. laboratory coats, gloves, sensible footwear and eye protection).
• Laboratoryequipment:allpersonneloperatingormaintainingequipment sufficiently
trainedandabletodemonstrateproficiency;recordskeptdetailing equipmentpurchase, use,
maintenance, validation andcalibration procedures and their results.
• Emergencyorincident response:SOPs in place and to be followed in case of possible
emergency scenarios. Personnel mustbe trained in these procedures and have periodic
refreshertraining in orderto maintain competency. First aid kits and equipmentmustbe
availableandeasily accessible.Allincidentsmust be reported, documented and
investigated.
• Occupationalhealth:thehealth oflaboratory personnel adequately checked and
reported to ensure the safety,health and well-being ofemployees.
A QE should conform with all the core requirements set out in the LBM4.
8. 6
3. Heightened control measures
Inadditiontothecorerequirements,certaincontrolmeasuresarelikelytobeneeded (e.g.
biosafety cabinet and respiratory protection), depending on the outcome of the risk assessment.
Otherelementssuchasdecontaminationandwastehandlingshouldbe augmented where
necessary in response to the assessed risks. In cases of propagation orhandlingofhightitreor
volumematerials,inwarddirectionalairflowshouldbe maintained, as guided by the risk
assessment. For SARS-CoV-2, specific interim biosafety guidance is available. More details of
heightened control measures are set out in Section 4 of the LBM4 and in the associated
monograph Laboratory design and maintenance (7).
A QE should be able to demonstrate implementation of heightened control measures based on a
thorough assessment of the risks.
4. Maximum containment measures
In exceptional circumstances (e.g. where biological agents with the very highest
consequences are being used), maximum containment measures may be required to mitigate
risks to personnel and the community. The requirement for maximum containment measures
will be determined via a thorough risk assessment. More details on maximum containment
measures can be found in Section 5 of the LBM4.
Where applicable, a QE should be able to demonstrate implementation of maximum
containment measures based on athorough assessment oftherisks.
5. Biosafetymanual
An institutional biosafety policy should be documented. The policy should clearly stipulate
thescope,purposeandobjectivesofthebiosafetyprogramme,andthe responsibilitiesofthe
seniormanagementandkeypersonnel inbiosafety.Abiosafety policy demonstrates the
prominence of and commitment to biosafety and laboratory biosecurity within the
organization (4).
A QE should be able to demonstrate a documented biosafety manual for their institution.
6. Biosecurity plan
Abiosecurity plan should include the measures to be implemented to prevent the theft, misuse
and intentional release of hazardous biological agents. The plan should cover personnel
security, information control andphysical securityofthefacility, including access. More
detailed information on this can be found in the LBM4 monograph Biosafety programme
management (4).
A QE should be able to demonstrate a documented biosecurity plan for their institution.
9. 7
6.1 Personnel management
Theeffectivenessofanyproceduralcontrolsforbiosecurityareultimatelydetermined bythe
training,capability,reliabilityandintegrityofthepersonnel.Apersonnel management
programme should be established and implemented, and should include an access
approval process and laboratory biosecurity training for all personnel,commensurate
withtheoutcomesoftheriskassessment.Security-related roles and responsibilities of
personnel in everyday and emergency scenarios should also be defined.
Recordsoftrainingandcompetenceassessmentformpartofthedocumentation required
to show how a QE’s personnel management system is operating and whether it is operating
at a satisfactory level.
6.2 Information control
Propercareshouldbetakenandadequatemeasuresmaintainedtoprotectthe
confidentialityandintegrityofsensitiveinformationheldinthelaboratorythatcould be used
with malevolent intent.
A QE should be able to show how each process is designed and controlled, including what
checks are carried out to keep the processes under control.
6.3 Physical security control
Proper physical security countermeasures (proportionate to the assessed risk) should be used to
prevent unauthorized access by outside adversaries and to minimize the threat from insiders
who do not require access to a particular asset.
A QE should be held accountable for proper implementation of physical security
countermeasuresthatshouldbewelldocumentedanddemonstrable.
7. Dual-use research ofconcern
A QE should be able to demonstrate capacities and an effective regime in assessing the
risks posed by inadvertent exposure and release as well as misuse and misapplication (i.e.
DURC) inherent to gain-of-function and other genetic modifications.The QE should select
appropriate riskcontrol measures to minimize thoserisksinordertoconductnecessaryand
beneficiallifesciencesresearch(e.g.a biosecurity code ofconduct).
Annex 2 illustrates a procedural flow of the process, andAnnex 3 will helpin flagging research
of concern. Where planned research is deemed to have DURC potential, the QEinquestion
shouldreportthistoWHObeforeundertakinganyresearch.Consultation withtheWHOBioHub
SystemBMEPPAllocationAdvisoryGroup,whichischargedwith assessing the
appropriateness and acceptance of such research, will be required.
10. 8
8. Training and competency
Trainingandcompetencyarefundamentaltoworkingsafelywithinthelaboratory and
promotingasafety-consciousculturewithinascientificorganization.Agood training
programme will include current and future training needs including biosafety, biosecurity and
riskassessment.
A QE should have documentation to show how competency is assessed and the types of
training,includingrefreshertraining,requiredand completedbypersonnel.
9. Medical surveillance programme (occupationalhealth)
A medical surveillance or occupational health programme is required to monitor and
documentany occurrence orpotential occurrence oflaboratory exposure to biological agents
orreleaseofsuchagents.Thisallowspreventivemeasuressuchasvaccination andpost-
exposureprophylaxiswherepossibleandpractical.Italsoallowsthere- assessmentof
risks,practicesandprocedureswherealaboratory-associatedinfection has occurred, and will
thus reduce the likelihood offuture exposure or release events.
AQEshouldbeabletodemonstratedocumentedevidencethatitsemploying authority
takesresponsibilityforensuringthatthehealthoflaboratorypersonnelis adequately checked
andreported.
10. Emergency and incident response plan
An emergency and incident response plan enables appropriate actions to be taken by
individuals within an organization in the event of an emergency such as spillages, power
failures and fire. This minimizes the impact of any incident on the health, safety and well-being
of individuals, the wider community and environment. An emergency response plan should
include responsibilities of individuals, appropriate training and practice drills, and
documented procedures.
A QE should have a documented emergency response plan in place.
11. Incident reporting system
An incident response protocol should be documented and followed to ensure proper reporting,
andtofacilitateinvestigation, root-causeanalysis, correctiveactionand process
improvement.
A QE should document the incident protocol, and keep the report and record of subsequent
actions accurate and current.
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12. Inventory control system
A QE should be held accountable for the materials received, propagated and
manipulated, maintaining a chain-of-custody to track samples from accessioning to disposal.
A QE should keep an accurate and current inventory of biological materials, and be able to
present the inventory to WHO upon request.
13. Audits and inspections
13.1 Records of auditing
Asystemforregularinternalauditsshouldbeinplacetoactivelyidentifyhazards,
deficiencies or areas for improvements. Such a system will help to prevent incidents and
accidents.Theresultsoftheauditsshouldbedirectlyincorporatedintothe regular review
cycle of the risk assessment.
AQE’smanagementregimeshouldbeabletomaintainandprovidearobustaudit trail upon
request.
14. Maintenance and servicing
Safe use, maintenance and servicing ofequipmentreduce the likelihood ofaccidents or the
release of biological agents.
A QE should have SOPs for equipment use, and records of any maintenance, servicing,
validation and calibration procedures carried out.
15. Transportation systems
For exportation and importation, a QE must meet all the regulatory requirements from the WHO
BioHub facility country for exporting the requested item oritems (i.e. export permit) and of the
destination country (i.e. import permit), whenever such requirements are applicable.
AQE should facilitate theprocess oftransportation, including making theproper
arrangements for an import permit where necessary.
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Step 1
Gather information
for example,
biological agents,
other potential
hazards, laboratory
procedures, types
of equipment, type
and condition of the
facility and human
factors
Step 2
Evaluate the risks
for example,
potential situations
in which exposure
or release could
occur, the likelihood
of exposure
or release, the
severity of the
consequences of
exposure or release
and the initial risk
of the laboratory
activity
Step 3
Develop a risk
control strategy
for example,
national legislation,
guidelines, policies
and resources, and
their applicability
and sustainability
Step 4
Select and
implement risk
control measures
for example,
suitable, advisable
or mandatory risk
control measures;
their availability,
effectiveness and
sustainability; and
the residual risk
of the laboratory
activity
Step 5
Review risks and
risk control
for example,
establishment of
review cycles for
the identification
of changes in
laboratory activity,
biological agent
and personnel,
and changes in
knowledge of the
biological agent
Annex 1 Biosafety risk assessment template
Thetemplateshownhereisforindicativepurposesonly.Moredetailedrisk assessment
templatesareavailableintheriskassessmentsectionoftheWorldHealth Organization
Laboratory biosafety manual, 4th edition (1).
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Annex 2 Biosecurity risk assessment template
This template is taken from the World Health Organization Laboratory biosafety manual, 4th
edition(1).
DESCRIPTION EXAMPLES
Step
1
-
Asset
Asset
inventory
Inventory of all tangible and intangible assets. • information or organisms with
dual-use potential
• animals
• floor plans
• equipment
• software
• documentedinformation
• personnel
• contractors
Step
2
-
Risk
identification
Risk
scenario
Description of what could happen as a result of an
incident occurring with the asset as listedbelow.
• deliberateoraccidentalloss
• unauthorized release
• diversion
• sabotage
• theft
• espionage
• misuse
• terrorism
• extortion
Likelihood
Generalindication ofthepossibilityoftheriskifarisk
control measure is not in place. Consider including:
• potentialadversary(e.g.internalpersonnel,external
individuals)
• their motivation and capability to act
• predictedorknownfrequency ofthescenario
• very low
• low
• moderate
• high
• very high
Consequences
Indicationoftheconsequencestorelevantpopulations
and the extent of the effects.
• harm,diseaseordeathof
animals
• harm,diseaseordeathof
humans
• financial losses
• negativeeffectonthereputation
ofthe organization
Step
3
-
Risk
control
Risk
control
measures
Description of the applicable risk control strategies to
beimplemented.Considerationshouldbegivento
prevention and response actions.
Personnel suitability:
• security screening
• insider threattraining
Access controls:
• security barriers
• access controlsystems
• entry and exit records
Emergency response:
• release recoveryprocedure
incident
Vulnerability
assessment
Assessment of the effectiveness of the risk control
strategyontheidentifiedweaknessesinrelationtothe
impact of the likelihood and consequences.
• very low
• low
• moderate
• high
• very high
Step
4
-
Risk
acceptance
and
review
Strategy
review
Basedontheriskassessment andriskcontrolmeasure,
determine the overall risk associated with the asset.
Review whether the risk is acceptable.
Wheretheriskisunacceptable,acost–benefitanalysis
may help determine if additional risk control measures
are necessary.
Thebiosecurityriskassessmentshouldberoutinely
reviewed and updated when changes affect the risk.
• acceptable
• not acceptable
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NO
Step 2b
Is there a potential for research knowledge
(for example, data, methodology, results),
technologies, and intermediate or final
products(suchas toxins) to bemisused?
YES NO
Step 1
Are you creating, re-creating, or modifying a new or existing biological agent?
DUAL USE Approach WHO immediately for consultation
Annex 3 Decision tree to evaluate dual-use potential
This decision tree is taken from the biosafety programme management section of the World
Health Organization Laboratory biosafety manual, 4th edition (1).
YES NO
YES
NO
YES
Step 2a
Will the biological agent(s) acquire any of
these potential hazards?
• Increase in virulence or enhance harmful
effects
• Enhancedcommunicabilityortransmissibility
• Alteration of hostrange
• Abilitytointerferewith,bypassorreduce
theeffectivenessofdiagnostictoolsand
therapeuticorprophylactic antibioticor
antiviral treatments, bypassing natural
immunity/host susceptibility
• Enhancedcapacityforspreadingoreasy
release,resistancetodecontaminationorto
be used as a biological weapon
Step 3
If released, could the biological
agent or research information pose a threat to
any of the following?
• Humans
• Environment
• Landanimals, invertebrates orplants
• Aquatic animals, invertebrates or plants
• Public safety
NO DUAL USE
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Annex 4 Qualified entity requirements checklist
This checklist is for qualified entities wishing to receive biological materials with epidemic or
pandemic potential.
Checklist for QEs wishing to receive BMEPP
Biosafetyandbiosecurityriskassessment(s)arecompletedfortheworktobecarriedoutwiththe
BMEPP to bereceived
Facility for storing and working with the BMEPP meets core requirements as outlined in the
Laboratory biosafety manual 4th edition (LBM4)
Facilityforworkingwith theBMEPPmeets heightened control measures asoutlinedin theLBM4,
where required
Facilityforworking with theBMEPPmeetsmaximum containmentmeasures asoutlined in theLBM4,
where required
Biosafetymanual,containinginstitutionalpolicies,programmesandplansaswellasresponsibilities
of biosafety personnel, is in place
Biosecurity plan, outlining the security measures including personnel reliability, is in place
Commitment and a transparent regime are in place to address dual-use research of concern (DURC)
Training programme, competency assessments and records are in place
Medical surveillance programme(s) is in place
Emergency response plan is in place
Incident reporting system and records are in place
Inventory system is in place
Have records of audits and inspections
Have a maintenance and servicing programme for equipment and technical installations
Have export and importpermits
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Reference for annexes
1. World Health Organization. (2020). Laboratory biosafety manual, 4th ed. World Health
Organization. https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/337956. License: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO