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Working at Animal Biosafety Levels 1, 2 and 3

The following videos describe the procedures animal handlers should follow when working at animal biosafety level 1, 2 or 3. Each video provides guidance on a wide range of topics including donning and doffing personal protective equipment, decontamination of work areas, handing of animals, working with sharps, and transporting animals.



Overview of Risk Assessment and Risk Management
This video provides an overview of the risk assessment and risk management evaluation conducted on all animal protocols prior to beginning work with animals. It provides a brief introduction into the items that must be considered in the risk assessment and how identified risks are managed in the protocol's risk management plan.

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Office of Environmental Health & Safety, 135 College Street, Suite 100
New Haven, CT 06510-2411 Telephone: 203-785-3550 / Fax: 203-785-7588