Hands-on Biosafety and Biosecurity management training on Dual-Use and Zoonotic
Introduction and History, BRM basic concepts, Introduction to Biosafety and Biosecurity Practices for Prevention and Control, Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) and Introduction to Dual Use Pathogens. Introduction to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for handling dual use/zoonotic pathogens. Donning and Doffing of Personal Protective Equipment, Safe Handling of Biological Pathogens in the Laboratory, Emerging Infectious Diseases with a Particular Focus on Pakistan, Basic Features & Maintenance for Physical and Information Security Measures (Bioscurity Principles). Understanding & Maintaining Facilities & Equipment for Biorisk Management. Spill management/Emergency evacuation Sampling procedures for highly infectious pathogens of concern under field conditions. Biosafety cabinet introduction and safe use, Use of autoclave for sterilization and management of Infectious Biological Waste. Guidelines for collection of biological samples. Collection, preservation & dispatch of biological samples. Shipment of infectious/biological specimen/exempt substances. Managing Human Performance in the Biorisk Management Workforce. Establishing & Maintaining Worker Health Programs.