Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Biosafety Checklist
This comprehensive veterinary diagnostic laboratory biosafety checklist ensures regulatory compliance with USDA APHIS, CDC, OSHA, IATA, BMBL 5th Edition. Biosafety inspection for in-house and referral veterinary diagnostic laboratories covering BSL-2 practices, zoonotic pathogen handling, personal protective equipment, specimen shipping, and USDA/CDC select agent compliance per CDC/NIH Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) 5th Edition.. Complete all sections to maintain
- Industry: Veterinary & Animal Care
- Frequency: Daily / Per Procedure
- Estimated Time: 35 minutes
- Role: Veterinarian / Clinic Manager / Animal Care Lead
- Total Items: 18
- Compliance: USDA APHIS, CDC, OSHA, IATA, BMBL 5th Edition
BSL-2 Laboratory Practices
Verify BSL-2 standard practices per BMBL Chapter 3.
- Is laboratory access restricted to trained personnel with no unauthorized visitors during specimen processing?
- Are gloves, lab coat, and eye protection worn during all specimen handling per BSL-2 requirements?
- Are biosafety cabinets (Class II) used for processing potentially infectious specimens generating aerosols?
- Is mouth pipetting prohibited and mechanical pipetting aids used per BMBL standard practices?
- Is handwashing conducted after removing gloves and before leaving laboratory per BMBL requirements?
- Are sharps placed directly in approved sharps containers without recapping or bending?
Zoonotic Pathogen Handling
Verify special precautions for zoonotic agents.
- Are dermatophyte cultures processed in BSC with appropriate containment to prevent conidia dispersal?
- Are Brucella cultures and suspect samples handled at BSL-3 level or referred to designated laboratory?
- Are rabies brain submissions handled per CDC rabies laboratory guidelines with appropriate BSC use?
- Is laboratory personnel exposure reporting system in place with occupational health evaluation protocol?
Diagnostic Specimen Shipping
Verify IATA and DOT shipping compliance.
- Are diagnostic specimens shipped as Category B Biological Substance (UN3373) per IATA Packing Instruction 650?
- Is triple packaging (primary watertight, secondary absorbent, outer rigid) used per P650 requirements?
- If suspect select agent (FMD, Newcastle Disease), is USDA/CDC emergency notification made before shipping?
- Have shipping personnel completed IATA DGR dangerous goods shipping training within past 2 years?
Laboratory Quality Management
Verify QM practices per AAVLD accreditation standards.
- Are current SOPs available for all diagnostic tests performed and within review cycle?
- Are positive and negative controls included with each diagnostic test run?
- Is proficiency testing program in place with periodic blind sample evaluation?
- Is laboratory equipment (centrifuges, incubators, pipettes) calibrated per manufacturer schedule?
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Why Use This Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Biosafety Checklist?
This veterinary diagnostic laboratory biosafety checklist helps veterinary & animal care teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for veterinarian / clinic manager / animal care lead professionals, this checklist covers 18 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / per procedure.
Ensures compliance with USDA APHIS, CDC, OSHA, IATA, BMBL 5th Edition. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Biosafety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 18 inspection items across 4 sections: BSL-2 Laboratory Practices, Zoonotic Pathogen Handling, Diagnostic Specimen Shipping, Laboratory Quality Management. It is designed for veterinary & animal care operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / per procedure. Each completion takes approximately 35 minutes.
Who should use this Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Biosafety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Veterinarian / Clinic Manager / Animal Care Lead professionals in the veterinary & animal care industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.