Biological

The Biosafety Program at CWRU employs a multifaceted approach to ensure safe and responsible laboratory practices while maintaining compliance with the various regulatory agencies to whom we are responsible.

Common Forms

• BL3 Guidelines
• Laboratory Biosafety Manual
• Equipment and Room Clearance Form
• Exposure Control Plans
• Lab Coat Laundering
• ECP for Laboratories That Use or Store Biological Materials
• IBC Guidelines, Procedures and Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I have to certify my biosafety cabinet annually?

• Page 415 of the CDC's BMBL, 6th Edition states, "Each BSC should be tested and certified at least annually to ensure continued proper operation."

How do I go about getting my hood certified/recertified?

• Have your department administrator contact LCS-Laboratory Certification Services, Inc.
• 1-800-800-7105 or by Email: LCSservice@bestlabs.com

NOTE: You no longer have to fill out a form.