Continuous Improvement of Commissioning / Certification of Bsl-3 Laboratories

There are a multitude of challenges associated with designing, constructing and operating BSL-3 laboratories. The combination of user expectations, regulatory compliance, risk considerations and contractor interpretation of specifications can result in a delay in opening these laboratories from 1-2 years or longer. This presentation discusses the practical implications of commissioning BSL3 laboratories. It will provide an overview of the different organizations providing regulatory compliance, discuss the various risk factors involved with programmatic decision making, review engineered systems and ventilation strategies and the impact these decisions have on operational strategies. This presentation highlights essential documentation for sustainable operation.