Biohazardous Materials

Information on the proper handling of biologically hazardous materials can be found below.
Biosafety Manual
Shipping Biohazardous Materials
Centers for Disease Control Guidance
- Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL), 5th Edition (December 2009), CDC/NIH Publication
- Appendix A- Primary Containment for Biohazards: Selection, Installation and Use of Biological Safety Cabinets, 5th Edition (December 2009), Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories Manual
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The following training courses are mandatory for all laboratory personnel that ship samples with dry ice (solid carbon dioxide) or a shipment that contains exempt specimens, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), or category B substances.
1. BLS204w- Requirements for Shipping Non-Dangerous Goods with Dry Ice
2. BLS209w- Regulations for Shipping Biologics - Infectious Substances Category B
Environmental Health and Safety
Phone:
313-583-6679
Fax:
313-493-9161