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Risk Groups and Biosafety Levels: Understanding the Differences

May 21, 2021

It’s often assumed that a biological agent’s risk group (RG) and the biosafety level at which it should be handled are synonymous, when in fact this is not always the case. In addition to an agent’s risk group, there are many other factors to consider when designating a biosafety level for a biological agent.

February 25, 2021

“A Mouse and a Needlestick” featured in Incidents, Accidents, and Near Misses in Laboratory Research, Volume 3, tells a real-life story about what can happen when safety procedures aren't followed in animal care facilities.

February 19, 2021

February 11, 2021

Section 312 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) describes reporting requirements for facilities that possess chemicals above established reporting thresholds.

January 21, 2021

Did you know that the most frequent cause of OSHA violations related to the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard is outdated, or otherwise non-compliant, Exposure Control Plans?

January 14, 2021

OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, is used to summarize the recordable injuries and illnesses for the previous year and includes the number of days work was lost or restricted, and the types of injuries and illnesses that occurred.

January 8, 2021

In my April 16th 2020 blog, I wrote about the new Watertown regulation Biotechnology and the Use of Recombinant DNA Molecule Technology which became effective July 1, 2020.

December 3, 2020

It’s not too late to conduct your annual refresher safety training! With all the COVID 19-related changes that everyone has had to make in the workplace this year, it’s easy to see how this requirement could slip through the cracks.

November 19, 2020

In a November 17th, 2020 Lab Advisory, the CDC announced the release of the 6th Edition of Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL)! The BMBL has become the foundation of biosafety practice since it was first published in 1984.

November 5, 2020

Often companies seek to check off all of the regulatory boxes so non-compliance doesn’t interfere with their work and timelines. While this may be reasonable, regulations can be general and do not always achieve safety standards that appropriately address workplace hazards.

October 22, 2020

Safety Partners welcomes the chance to share information from other companies serving the life science industry in MA and NY.

September 17, 2020

September is National Preparedness Month (NPM)! NPM is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. The 2020 theme is Disasters Don’t Wait- Make your Plan Today.

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Risk Groups and Biosafety Levels: Understanding the Differences

A Mouse and a Needlestick

OSHA Issues Proposed Rule to Update the Hazard Communication Standard

Are You Ready for the March 1st Tier II Reporting Deadline?

OSHA Violations and the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

Remember to Post OSHA Form 300A!

New Watertown Regulation Biotechnology & the Use of rDNA Molecule Technology: Sharing Our Tips!

Have You Conducted Refresher Safety Training in 2020?

The 6th Edition of the BMBL Has Been Published!

The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and the Needlestick Safety & Prevention Act: Not Just for OSHA Compliance

Guest Blog from CRB: Biologics Facility Considerations

Is Your Facility Prepared for an Emergency?

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