Regulations

USA’s policy and procedures are based on recommendations and requirements from government agencies. Below are links to the most pertinent materials.

Biosafety Regulations

• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
• CDC/NIH Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories 5th Edition, 12/2009 (The bible for biosafety guidelines)
• Comparative Analysis of 4th and 5th Editions of the BMBL
• CDC/NIH Primary Containment for Biohazards: Selection, Installation and Use of Biological Safety Cabinets
• NIH Recombinant DNA Guidelines
• Importation Permits for Etiologic Agents (CDC)
• Interstate Shipment of Etiologic Agents [42 CFR Part 72]
• Office of Science Policy (NIH)
• NIH awards process involving infectious agents
• Chemical and Biologicals agents subject to Export Controls (XLSX)

Engineering Controls

• FDA Safety Alert: Needlestick and Other Risks from Hypodermic Needles
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Sharps Disposal Containers
• OSHA Needlestick Injuries