Hayat Ashraf

Biosafety protocols are a set of guidelines and procedures designed to ensure the safe handling, containment, and disposal of biological materials, including microorganisms, viruses, and other biological agents, in laboratories and other settings. These protocols are essential to protect laboratory personnel, the environment, and the community from potential hazards associated with working with infectious or potentially harmful biological agents. The level of biosafety required depends on the specific organisms or materials being handled and the potential risks they pose. Biosafety levels (BSL) are categorized from BSL-1 (lowest risk) to BSL-4 (highest risk). Here's an overview of the biosafety protocols associated with different levels: 1. Biosafety Level 1 (BSL-1): - Appropriate for work with well-characterized, low-risk agents that do not cause disease in healthy humans. - Basic safety measures, such as good laboratory practices, are observed to prevent accidental exposure. - Pe...