Biological Safety - Softcover

Ellis, Robert P.; Fleming, Diane O.; Gentry-Weeks, Claudia; Hunt, Debra L.; Wooley, Dawn P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1555813399 ISBN 13: 9781555813390

Publisher: ASM Press, 2006

Synopsis

This title is published by the American Society for Microbiology Press and distributed by Taylor and Francis in rest of world territories.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Written by recognized authorities with decades of experience in the biological safety field, this volume is an essential resource as well as an excellent text for courses in biosafety. The epidemiology of laboratory–associated infections, including some previously unreported cases, is thoroughly covered. Detailed chapters cover hazard assessments of the wide range of pathogens and toxic chemicals encountered in biomedical laboratories. All facets of hazard control, from personal protective equipment to institution–wide provisions and policies are discussed, along with the establishment of effective safety training programs.

Synopsis

This book describes a complete biological safety program, providing specific advice on management and implementation issues. It features appendices on current NIH, CDC, and OSHA guidelines. It updates information on laboratory-acquired infections and examines routes of exposure. It covers the identification, assessment, and management of hazardous biological agents and toxins. It addresses special considerations from teaching and industrial labs to biosecurity programs.

Edition details

• Publisher: ASM Press
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1555813399
• ISBN 13: 9781555813390
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 640