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SUMMARY:7V. Laboratory Facility Programming and Design Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, November 13 and Wednesday\, November 15\, 2023\, 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM CST\n7V. Laboratory Facility Programming and Design Best Practices\nThis course will offer guidance of key principles underlying the programming and design of research and diagnostics laboratories. It is intended for architects\, designers\, and biosafety professionals desiring an increased awareness of the complexity and challenges associated with designing a laboratory. Participants will be introduced to the laboratory design process as it relates to programming and pre-design\, building zoning\, operational efficiency\, biosafety and biosecurity considerations\, and flexible/expandable strategies. Participants will participate in guided discussions\, develop diagrams to illustrate best practice concepts\, and analyze existing plans with respect to the design principles under discussion. \nObjectives: \n\nSummarize the critical information that must be gathered prior to the development of a laboratory facility design\nDescribe how to assemble and synthesize pre-design information appropriate to the development of a laboratory facility\nParaphrase the principles of good laboratory design\, and methods for developing\, analyzing\, and improving them\n\nSuggested Background: Fundamentals of Biosafety\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\, Managers of design projects\nAudience Level: Intermediate\nCourse Length: 8 hours (two 4-hour live sessions with a 30-minute break each session) \nThis webinar will be two 4-hour webinar sessions on Tuesday\, November 13\, and November 15\, 2023\, at 10:00 am (CST) with a 30-minute break. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 9:45 am (CST) on November 13 and November 15\, 2023. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 1.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 8.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTYWilliam Arndt\, PhD\, Georgia State University\, Atlanta\, GANatasha Griffith\, MS\, MPH\, RBP(ABSA)\, Georgia State Universtiy\, Atlanta GAVibeke Halkjaer Knudsen\, PhD\, Vipsit LLC ApS\, Helsinge\, DenmarkCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $640 USD (post 9/4 – $690)\nNonmembers: $740 USD (post 9/4 – $790) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 8-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter experts. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 10/16/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 10/16/2023. Cancellations between 10/16/2023 and 10/23/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 10/23/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/7v-laboratory-facility-programming-and-design-best-practices/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T150000
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SUMMARY:14. The FBI’s Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Program  and Safeguarding the Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION:14. The FBI’s Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Program\nand Safeguarding the Bioeconomy\nA distance learning opportunity\nNovember 9 and 16\, 2023\n1:00 – 3:00 pm (CST) \nFree webinar for ABSA Members \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Registration for this webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training. \nPLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of the presentation and rules set by the FBI\, this webinar will NOT be recorded nor will slides of the presentations be shared. \nThe FBI’s Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Program and Safeguarding the Bioeconomy webinar will demonstrate how the FBI’s WMD Program interfaces with biosafety officers. This information can be helpful especially as biosafety offices deal with the evolving threat that biotechnology can pose. With its rapid growth\, the U.S. bioeconomy increasingly serves as a critical foundation for American competitiveness in a global environment. When it comes to security\, biological threats have historically focused on emerging infectious diseases or the possibility of engineering a virus that could start a zombie apocalypse. As biology continues to converge with cyber\, new security challenges will arise. This presentation will highlight the need to radically redefine what we consider biological and cyber threats. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine the FBI’s role in biosecurity\nBetter identify potential threats to biological research and biotechnology\nExpand their awareness of future biosafety/biosecurity challenges\nIdentify biosafety/biosecurity risk mitigation measures\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTENDAll biosafety and biosecurity professionals \nCOURSE FACULTYSupervisory Special Agent Ed You\, Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate\, Washington\, DC\nMs. Dione Mazzolini\, WMD Coordinator\, FBI Seattle Division\nMr. Nicholas Paquette\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Operational Microbiologist\, FBI Laboratory Division\, Quantico\, VA \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2-hour sessions on Thursday\, November 9\, and Thursday\, November 16\, 2023\, at 1:00 pm (CST). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in at 12:45 pm (CST). You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, and to complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nPLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of the presentation and rules set by the FBI\, this webinar will NOT be recorded nor will slides of the presentations be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members: Free\nNonmembers: $30 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4 hours of interactive instruction from well-respected subject matter experts. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 11/1/2023. Cancellations between 11/1/2023 and 11/7/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 11/7/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/14-the-fbis-weapons-of-mass-destruction-wmd-program-and-safeguarding-the-bioeconomy/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T153000
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SUMMARY:6V. Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 27\, 2023\, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM CDT\n6V. Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\nRecent infectious disease outbreaks highlighted the need for the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The guidance on use of appropriate PPE varies greatly and can often be contradicting and therefore confusing to the end user. Furthermore\, availability of different PPE often varies depending on the situation and location. Selection of appropriate PPE should be based on a comprehensive risk assessment that takes in consideration the different hazards present\, as well as the procedures/activities to be conducted. Often times\, locations where PPE is needed vary as well\, from a well-controlled laboratory environment to collection room or a field location\, and even in a patient room setting. Each of these situations require staff to be able to perform a comprehensive risk assessment\, often in a fast-evolving situation and with a minimal understanding of specifications associated with different PPE components available to them. This course will provide overview of different PPE options available; specifications associated with each option\, and address a risk assessment process for selection of appropriate PPE for different environments. The examples will include some of the most common issues and considerations when selecting PPE such as supply chain issues as well as strategies to address behavioral concerns that may arise. In groups\, participants will develop risk assessment for different scenarios\, present their risk assessment to the class\, and evaluate each other’s PPE selection based on their risk assessment. Instructors will guide participants through the process by providing critical feedback on the PPE features and selection process as they progress. The course will go through an effective risk assessment process which is critical for proper selection of appropriate PPE. The course is intended for those who want to be able to lead or aid in the selection of appropriate PPE in order to enhance both biosafety and biosecurity at their institution. \nObjectives: \n\nSummarize the range of issues that must be considered when selecting appropriate PPE\, including human behavior\nDevelop strategies for selecting appropriate PPE based on a comprehensive risk assessment process\nRecognize the value of selection and use of appropriate PPE in promoting behavioral compliance\, biosafety and biosecurity best practices\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Animal Caretakers\, Laboratory Workers\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 4 hours (one 4-hour live session with a 30-minute break) \nThis webinar will be one 4-hour webinar sessions on Friday\, October 27\, 2023\, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM (CDT) with a 30-minute break. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 10:45 am (CDT) on August 29. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTYWilliam Arndt\, PhD\, Georgia State University\, Atlanta\, GANatasha Griffith\, MS\, MPH\, RBP(ABSA)\, Georgia State Universtiy\, Atlanta GAVibeke Halkjaer Knudsen\, PhD\, Vipsit LLC ApS\, Helsinge\, DenmarkCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $390 USD (post 9/4 – $440)\nNonmembers: $490 USD (post 9/4 – $540) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter experts. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 9/29/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 9/29/2023. Cancellations between 9/29/2023 and 10/6/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 10/6/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/6v-selection-and-use-of-personal-protective-equipment-ppe/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
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SUMMARY:66th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference
DESCRIPTION:October 13-18\, 2023\nCHI Health Center\nOmaha\, Nebraska \n    Intensive professional development courses to educate and inspire\n    Three full days of state-of-the-art keynotes\, papers\, and panels highlighting best practices and hands-on skills crucial for today’s biosafety and biosecurity professionals\n    In-person exhibits showcasing the latest in laboratory biosafety and biosecurity products and services\n    Invaluable networking opportunities to share and learn from other biosafety and biosecurity professionals \nThe ABSA International Conference is the largest biosafety and biosecurity conference in the world! The conference will provide solutions to tackle your most challenging issues\, present fascinating case studies\, and showcase the latest developments in biosafety and biosecurity. ABSA International’s educational sessions offer insights into the ever-changing world of biosafety and biosecurity\, keeping you updated on the latest techniques and best practices. You’ll have opportunities to network with your peers and discuss common issues\, share advice\, and exchange ideas. There will also be commercial exhibits showcasing the latest technologies in biosafety and biosecurity.
URL:https://absa.org/event/66th-annual-biosafety-and-biosecurity-hybrid-conference/
LOCATION:CHI Health Center\, 455 N. 10th Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA Conference,ABSA-Sponsored,Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231006
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SUMMARY:5V. Keeping it Going: Maintaining and Improving a Select Agent Program over the Long Term
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, October 2 and Thursday\, October 5\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT\n5V. Keeping it Going: Maintaining and Improving a Select Agent Program over the Long Term\nKeeping a select agent program going can be difficult\, especially in the face of ever-changing regulatory requirements and limited resources. Established procedures may suddenly become unacceptable\, interrupting research\, and frustrating laboratorians. Likewise\, a single unexpected adverse event can put an entire program at risk. Being prepared to deal with such changes and events is critical to maintaining a robust program. Anticipating future challenges can be even more advantageous\, elevating a program from good to great. A proactive approach can minimize the impact of new requirements and reduce duration and frequency of crises sparked by sudden\, unexpected requirements or events. This course will explore strategies for maintaining and improving an existing program\, including how to anticipate and respond to new requirements. The focus will be on U.S. select agent requirements\, although a small section on comparable requirements in the international community will be included. Strategies will be based on the instructors’ experience with their program with additional input solicited from class participants during open discussions. Topics will include select agent program history; effective oversight; efficiently meeting ongoing requirements; reporting\, responding to\, and analyzing incidents; suitability program case studies; inactivation requirements\, including “failure” investigation; and inspection preparation and response. The course will consist of topical presentations followed by group discussions aimed at facilitating application of presented strategies to participants’ individual programs and providing a platform to capitalize on participants’ collective experience. \nObjectives: \n\nIdentify strategies for efficiently maintaining a select agent or equivalent program in good standing with ongoing requirements\, including anticipating areas of emphasis in future inspections and/or future regulatory changes\nIdentify strategies for preparing for and responding to regulatory inspections\, including strategies to efficiently implement necessary changes.\nReview a series of suitability program case studies and identify strategies for dealing with potential suitability concerns in accompanying exercises\nSummarize inactivation requirements and identify successful strategies for compliance\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Select Agent Program Safety Professionals\nAudience Level: Intermediate\nCourse Length: 8 hours (two 4-hour live sessions with a 30-minute break each session) \nThis webinar will be two 4-hour webinar sessions on Monday\, October 2 and Thursday\, October 5\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT with a 30-minute breaks. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 11:15 am (CDT) on October 2 and October 5. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 1.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 8.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTYCOURSE FEESAmy Vogler\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Northern Arizona University\, Flagstaff\, AZ \nAmy Vogler\, PhD\, RBP is an Associate Director at the Pathogen and Microbiome Institute (PMI) at Northern Arizona University (NAU). She has worked at PMI since 1997 as a researcher and has been responsible for managing their BSL-3 Select Agent laboratory since 2009. She received her B.S. in Microbiology and Chemistry in 1999 and her Ph.D. in Biology in 2003 from NAU and is an author on 40 publications in the field of population genetics and molecular epidemiology of bacterial pathogens. She continues to conduct research on Yersinia pestis while also managing the BSL-3 laboratory. She received her RBP in 2012.Shelley Jones\, MS\, RBP(ABSA)\, Northern Arizona University\, Flagstaff\, AZ\n \nShelley Jones\, MS\, RBP\, is the Director of Biological Safety and Responsible Official at Northern Arizona University. She received her B.S. from Illinois State University and her M.S. from Arizona State University\, both in environmental disciplines. Shelley has over 30 years of diverse experience in environmental health and safety. She has been a Responsible Official/Alternate Responsible Official for 18 years. \nABSA Members: $640 USD (post 9/4 – $690)\nNonmembers: $740 USD (post 9/4 – $790) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 8-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter experts. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 9/7/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 9/7/2023. Cancellations between 9/7/2023 and 9/14/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 9/14/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/5v-keeping-it-going-maintaining-and-improving-a-select-agent-program-over-the-long-term/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
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SUMMARY:2023 Biosafety and Biosecurity Month
DESCRIPTION:ABSA International is proud to announce the 10th anniversary of Biosafety and Biosecurity Month in October 2023. \nRather than a theme for 2023\, we like to bring Biosafety and Biosecurity Month back to the core components of ethical research\, transparency\, training\, engagement\, and stewardship of biosafety and biosecurity. \nUse this month to shine the spotlight on training ideas\, stewardship and engagement\, how to foster positive relationships with the research community\, or supporting responsible and ethical research through our profession. \nShow your innovation!\nUpdates and additional materials for the event will be periodically posted to this webpage as they become available.
URL:https://absa.org/event/2023-biosafety-and-biosecurity-month/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T160000
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SUMMARY:4V. IBC and IRE Basics
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 28\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT\n4V. IBC and IRE Basics\nIBC Basics is an introductory course on the function and administration of Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBCs) delivered by expert staff from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Science Policy (OSP). IBC Basics will promote the professional development of those associated with IBCs by providing an opportunity to learn about the role of NIH OSP\, the content of the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant and Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules\, and understand the range of biosafety oversight responsibilities that IBCs have under the NIH Guidelines. This course provides an overview and may be helpful for those new to the field or for those who are also interested in the Institutional Biosafety and Biosecurity Oversight Governance workshop. \nObjectives: \n\nSummarize the content of the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant and Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules and the USG Institutional Policy for the Oversight of Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC)\nRestate the requirements for IBCs under the NIH Guidelines and IRES under the DURC Policy\nDescribe the partnership between NIH OSP and IBCs in the oversight of research subject to the NIH Guidelines\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: New Biosafety Professionals\, IBC Members\, Compliance Staff\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 4 hours (one 4-hour live session with a 30-minute break) \nThis webinar will be one 4-hour webinar session on Thursday\, September 28\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT with a 30-minute break. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 11:15 am (CDT) on September 28. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTYCOURSE FEESKathryn Harris\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, NIH—Office of Science Policy\, Bethesda\, MDABSA Members: $390 USD (post 9/4 – $440)\nNonmembers: $490 USD (post 9/4 – $540) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/31/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/31/2023. Cancellations between 8/31/2023 and 9/7/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 9/7/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/4v-ibc-and-ire-basics/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T140000
DTSTAMP:20231027T210809Z
CREATED:20230609T155047Z
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SUMMARY:13. Maintaining Your ABSA Credentials: I have it\, now how do I keep it?
DESCRIPTION:13. Maintaining Your ABSA Credentials: I have it\, now how do I keep it?\nA distance learning opportunity\nSeptember 27\, 2023\n12:30 – 2:00 pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nMaintaining Your ABSA Credentials: I have it\, now how do I keep it? is a webinar designed for those who currently hold the ABSA International Registered Biosafety Professional (RBP) and/or Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) credentials. The webinar will outline the re-credentialing process\, review form options\, and highlight the various ways to earn credentialing maintenance (CM) points\, including tips on finding lower cost professional development opportunities. Presenters will review how and when approval is needed and explain how to complete the Application for Credentialing Maintenance Points form for an activity not already on the approved list of professional development opportunities. The webinar will provide ideas for tracking activities over the 5-year period\, guidance on what records to save in case you are chosen for audit\, and tips on avoiding common mistakes throughout the process. A brief tour of the relevant areas of the ABSA website will be shown and then there will be time for questions and answers. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the re-credentialing process\nIdentify ways to earn CM points\, including lower cost options\nRestate the effective methods for keeping track of re-credentialing activities\, including keeping records required for audits\nExplain how and when to complete the Application for Credentialing Maintenance Points form\nLocate the information needed in relation to re-certification on the ABSA International website\nRecognize and avoid common mistakes in the re-credentialing process\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAny person that currently holds an ABSA RBP or CBSP credential\nFuture applicants for one of these credentials\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by two members of ABSA International’s Credentialing Maintenance Board: Hallie Hoskins\, Chair\, and Rhonda O’Keefe\, Co-chair. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.125 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 2.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be one 1.5-hour session on Thursday\, September 27\, 2023\, at 12:30 pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT). You are required to attend the webinar session\, and to complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. Within the registration confirmation\, there will be a link for attendees to submit questions prior to the webinar. These questions will assist presenters in knowing what the attendees want to learn. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members: Free\nNonmembers: $30 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 1.5 hours of interactive instruction from well-respected subject matter experts. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/30/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/30/2023. Cancellations between 8/30/2023 and 9/6/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 9/6/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/13-maintaining-your-absa-credentials-i-have-it-now-how-do-i-keep-it/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T140000
DTSTAMP:20230831T191817Z
CREATED:20230830T155355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T191817Z
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SUMMARY:Safety for NonProfits Inc. and the Biosafety Professional
DESCRIPTION:Safety for NonProfits Inc. and the Biosafety Professional\nA free webinar\nFriday\, September 22\, 2023\n2:00pm (CDT) \nRegister NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nThinking about providing your biosafety (or EHS) expertise to a non-profit charity organization or currently donating time and knowledge to a non-profit? Hesitant to volunteer without professional liability insurance or don’t know where expertise is needed? Now there is a way to do that important pro-bono work and be covered by insurance while making a difference in the community. This presentation will introduce S4NP (Safety For NonProfits Inc.)\, a registered 501 (c) (3) organization founded in 2020 to bring together EHS professionals and non-profit organizations that can use our expertise. Recently ABSA and S4NP signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a working relationship. \nDuring this webinar\, an overview of S4NP will be provided\, along with information on local\, state\, and virtual S4NP Chapters. At the end of this presentation\, biosafety professionals will understand how to donate time and expertise as a volunteer through S4NP either individually or with fellow biosafety colleagues. \nCOURSE FACULTYBetsy Gilman Duane is a biosafety consultant with over 35 years of experience in academia\, industry\, and consulting. She is an active ABSA International member and Past-President. Recognizing that the biosafety profession has a lot of expertise that non-profits will find valuable\, she joined S4NP (Safety For NonProfits) as a volunteer. \nJack Geissert is founder and President of Safety For NonProfits\, Inc. Jack has over 45 years of experience as an EHS professional and was in EHS leadership roles with major biopharmaceutical and vaccine companies for 20+ years. Since retiring from paid work in 2017\, Jack has dedicated his professional EHS work to pro bono service to nonprofit organizations. \nThis webinar will be on Friday\, September 22\, 2023\, at 2:00 pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in at 1:45 pm (CDT). The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESThis webinar is free\nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/safety-for-nonprofits-inc-and-the-biosafety-professional/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230922
DTSTAMP:20230728T123501Z
CREATED:20230728T123501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T123501Z
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SUMMARY:3V. When & Why Does Biosafety Need a Seat at the Plant Research Design Table?
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 19 and Thursday\, September 21\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT\n3V. When & Why Does Biosafety Need a Seat at the Plant Research Design Table?\nPlant Biosafety is a niche within the biosafety community. How to build and maintain a greenhouse\, arthropod  and seed processing program can be challenging for biosafety managers because there have not been many courses offered on this topic. This class offers the basics from head house to pathogen/arthropod containment greenhouse design. Plant research is the backbone of both genetically modified\, disease resistance\, growth enhancement\, seed health and breeding of both academic and biotechnology research. Plant biosafety is a niche within biosafety that makes you ask – Do the engineers and project managers understand the need for and when to ask for biosafety input? This course will provide participants with an overview of designing greenhouses from headhouse\, seed activities to arthropod containment using the APHIS and ACL containment guidelines. The course will offer a variety of advanced scenarios and interactive exercises that demonstrate the range of biological and other risks routinely encountered in plant research. Participants will be guided through strategies for identifying potential hazards\, assessing the magnitude and extent of induced risks and cost\, and developing effective control measures to protect the safety of workers\, plants\, and the environment. The course employs “real world” examples to improve understanding of greenhouse\, arthropod and seed operations. \nObjectives: \n\nRestate the established APHIS\, ACL containment guidelines\, and the established APHIS containment guidelines\nReview and implement guidelines\, hazard identification\, and risk assessment techniques as they apply to plant\, arthropod\, and seed research\nReport and communicate biosafety requirements to site engineers and project managers\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: Experienced Biosafety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\, All Safety Professionals\, Insectary Personnel\nAudience Level: Intermediate\nCourse Length: 8 hours (two 4-hour live sessions with a 30-minute break each session) \nThis webinar will be two 4-hour webinar sessions on Tuesday\, September 19 and Thursday\, September 21\, 2023\, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT with a 30-minute breaks. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 11:15 am (CDT) on September 19 and September 21. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 1.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 8.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTYDeborah Howard\, MPH\, CBSP(ABSA)\, BASF\, Durham\, NC\n \nDeborah Howard is the Expert\, Global Environment\, Health and Safety Biological Materials Managerfor BASF where she has oversight of greenhouses\, laboratories\, inoculant and fermentation sites. She has been the Biosafety Manager at BASF (Bayer buyout in 2018) since May 2014. Deborah has extensive experience with Select Agent regulations\, exporting\, greenhouse\, arthropods\, genetically modified plants and animals. She has over 30 years of experience in health and safety and knowledge of regulations including NIH\, OSHA\, EPA\, APHIS\, and USDA. Previously\, she was the Biosafety Manager at UNC Chapel Hill. \nAnita Harrell\, BS\, BASF\, Durham\, NC\n \nAnita has 10 years of experience in the fields of Occupational Safety\, Biological Safety and Laboratory Safety. She has worked at BASF for 35 years and is currently the North America Biosafety Manager. Prior to joining BASF\, Anita worked at North Carolina State University in Raleigh\, NC. She received a degree in Botany from NCSU in 1983.Anita currently oversees the North American Biological Safety Programs. She works with site biosafety representatives to oversee these areas. She participates and several global biosafety teams at BASF. \nJanet Griffiths\, BS\, BASF\, Durham\, NC\n\nJanet Griffiths is the lab manager for the Insect and Plant Propagation Team at BASF. She has worked in this role for the last 10 years. Janet has 17 years’ experience in insect and plant rearing\, with 15 of those years in lab management\, mostly in multi species labs. Janet has worked with over 40 species of arthropods through the years. Prior to working at BASF\, Janet spent 4 years managing insect rearing\, plant propagation\, and research involving plant/insect interaction at the Soil Arthropod Ecology Lab in the entomology department at North Carolina State University (NCSU). Before NCSU\, Janet worked for North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA) in Plant Protection where she supervised the lab that massed reared a predator beetle for release as a management tool for an invasive species. She also worked for NCDA Agronomic Division\, working within a chemistry lab processing soil samples for farmers and local residents of NC. \nCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $640 USD (post 9/4 – $690)\nNonmembers: $740 USD (post 9/4 – $790) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 8-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter experts. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/22/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/22/2023. Cancellations between 8/22/2023 and 8/29/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/29/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/3v-when-why-does-biosafety-need-a-seat-at-the-plant-research-design-table/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230921
DTSTAMP:20230914T004643Z
CREATED:20230203T162223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T004643Z
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SUMMARY:06. Virus-based Gene Transfer Vectors
DESCRIPTION:06. Virus-based Gene Transfer Vectors\nA distance learning opportunity\nSeptember 13 and 20\, 2023\n12:30 – 3:00 pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 640KB)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nVirus-based Gene Transfer Vectors is an intermediate course that will examine the molecules\, processes\, and techniques involved in recombinant gene expression. Participants will explore the technology of how viruses are converted into vector systems for the transfer of gene expression constructs. Common viral vector systems\, including retroviruses\, lentiviruses\, adenoviruses\, poxviruses\, herpesviruses\, alphaviruses\, and baculoviruses will be discussed with an emphasis on the biosafety characteristics of the vectors derived from these viruses. This course is targeted for the biosafety professional who is not actively conducting laboratory research yet requires a basic understanding of recombinant DNA methodology. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe processes of recombinant gene expression\nDiscuss concepts of viral vector technology and biosafety features\nRecognize characteristics of vector systems unique to specific viruses\nApply knowledge of recombinant gene expression and viral vector principles to risk assessments\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nLaboratory Workers\nAll Safety Professionals\nAll Biosafety Professionals\n\nSUGGESTED BACKGROUND\nFundamentals of Biosafety\nMicro/Molecular Biology 101\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Patrick Condreay\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Duke University\, Durham\, North Carolina. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.00 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour sessions on Wednesday\, September 13\, and Wednesday\, September 20\, 2023\, at 12:30 pm (CDT). For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT) on September 13 and September 20. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/9/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/9/2023. Cancellations between 8/9/2023 and 8/16/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/16/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/06-virus-based-gene-transfer-vectors/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909
DTSTAMP:20230728T123202Z
CREATED:20230728T123202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T123202Z
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SUMMARY:2V. Introduction to the Science and Biosafety of Cell and Gene Therapy Clinical Trials
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 6 and Friday\, September 8\, 2023\, 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM CDT\n2V. Introduction to the Science and Biosafety of Cell and Gene Therapy Clinical Trials\nThe use of recombinant and synthetic nucleic acid molecules in clinical trials is growing at an explosive pace. This course is intended to introduce biosafety professionals to the science and biosafety of gene-based investigational products in clinical trials including gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular products\, gene therapy and gene editing. This course will provide an overview of molecular biology\, virology and viral vectors. Participants will discuss risk assessments and best practices for dealing with risks associated with diverse types of biological hazards. \nObjectives: \n\nRestate the basic molecular biology and microbiological principles behind gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular therapies and gene therapies\nSummarize how to conduct a risk assessment for gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular therapies and gene therapies\nOverview of viral vectorology (properties\, uses\, and risks associated with commonly utilized viral vectors)\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\, Research Administrators\, Clinical Professionals\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 4 hours (two 2-hour live sessions with a 15-minute break each session) \nThis webinar will be two 2-hour webinar sessions on Wednesday\, September 6 and Friday\, September 8\, 2023\, 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM CDT. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT) on September 6 and September 8. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTY Daniel Eisenman\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, SM(NRCM)\, Advarra\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\n \nDr. Eisenman serves as Executive Director of Biosafety Services for Advarra where he directs the organization’s IBC service\, focusing largely on clinical trials involving human gene transfer. Prior to joining Advarra\, he served as Biosafety Officer at UNC Chapel Hill and the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Eisenman holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and Immunology from Augusta University as well as various professional certifications in biological safety\, including the Registered Biological Safety Professional (RBP) and Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) certifications through the American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) and as a Specialist Microbiologist in Biological Safety (SM(NRCM)) through the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) National Registry of Certified Microbiologists (NRCM). He also holds a Regulatory Affairs Certificate: Pharmaceuticals from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS). He is a devoted longtime educator\, having taught microbiology at the undergraduate and graduate levels. He is currently co-chair of the ABSA Scientific Planning Committee and leads the Advanced Biosafety Training committee. He regularly speaks at clinical research conferences. \nCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $390 USD (post 9/4 – $440)\nNonmembers: $490 USD (post 9/4 – $540) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/9/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/9/2023. Cancellations between 8/9/2023 and 8/16/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/16/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/2v-introduction-to-the-science-and-biosafety-of-cell-and-gene-therapy-clinical-trials/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T160000
DTSTAMP:20230728T122912Z
CREATED:20230728T122912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T122912Z
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SUMMARY:1V. Introduction to Biosafety in the Clinical Setting
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 29\, 2023 from 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT\n1V. Introduction to Biosafety in the Clinical Setting\nThe clinical setting poses a different environment than research laboratories. This course provides foundations for applying biosafety concepts in the clinical setting. Topics covered include common issues and lessons learned pertaining to clinical facilities including pharmacies\, laboratories\, clinics\, infusion areas\, ORs\, and waste disposal facilities; PPE\, disinfection\, risk assessments\, and safety practices in the clinical setting; speaking biosafety to doctors\, nursing staff\, pharmacy staff\, infection prevention and control\, diagnostic microbiology lab personnel\, and hospital EHS staff; applying NIH Guidelines and the BMBL to the clinical setting; gaps in oversight of research safety for clinical trials\, and risk assessments for unconventional or highly specialized delivery mechanisms for biologics. The course will conclude with a focus on clinical trials including the role of an IRB and how it can overlap with an IBC; the process for investigational products to obtain FDA approval to be deemed as safe and effective therapeutics; and the evolving regulatory environment in the U.S. for biologics such as vaccines\, regenerative medicines\, and gene therapy. The course is designed to be highly interactive with discussions\, surveys\, and team exercises. \nObjectives: \n\nApply biosafety principles in the clinical setting\nPerform risk assessments and identify gaps in occupational safety in the clinical setting\nDiscuss the regulatory oversight structure for clinical trials and the developmental process for investigational products\n\nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\, New Biosafety Professionals\, Research Administrators\, Clinical Professionals\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 4 hours (one 4-hour live session with a 30-minute break) \nThis webinar will be one 4-hour webinar session on Tuesday\, August 29\, 2023\, at 11:30 am (CDT) with a 30-minute break. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 11:15 am (CDT) on August 29. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (pdf)COURSE FACULTY Daniel Eisenman\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, SM(NRCM)\, Advarra\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\n \nDr. Eisenman serves as Executive Director of Biosafety Services for Advarra where he directs the organization’s IBC service\, focusing largely on clinical trials involving human gene transfer. Prior to joining Advarra\, he served as Biosafety Officer at UNC Chapel Hill and the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Eisenman holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and Immunology from Augusta University as well as various professional certifications in biological safety\, including the Registered Biological Safety Professional (RBP) and Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) certifications through the American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) and as a Specialist Microbiologist in Biological Safety (SM(NRCM)) through the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) National Registry of Certified Microbiologists (NRCM). He also holds a Regulatory Affairs Certificate: Pharmaceuticals from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS). He is a devoted longtime educator\, having taught microbiology at the undergraduate and graduate levels. He is currently co-chair of the ABSA Scientific Planning Committee and leads the Advanced Biosafety Training committee. He regularly speaks at clinical research conferences. \nCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $390 USD (post 9/4 – $440)\nNonmembers: $490 USD (post 9/4 – $540) \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/1/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/1/2023. Cancellations between 8/1/2023 and 8/8/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/8/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only.
URL:https://absa.org/event/1v-introduction-to-biosafety-in-the-clinical-setting/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
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SUMMARY:12. Techniques and Tools for Conducting Relevant Literature Reviews
DESCRIPTION:12. Techniques and Tools for Conducting Relevant Literature Reviews\nA distance learning opportunity\nAugust 23 and 30\, 2023\n1:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 640KB)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nTechniques and Tools for Conducting Relevant Literature Reviews will cover how to efficiently conduct high-impact research that can inform biosafety practices. The course will discuss the general purpose of a literature review\, how to best organize the resources you collect\, and techniques for synthesizing the literature. It will cover basic information on the kinds of scholarly texts available\, where to search for information\, citation best practices\, and plagiarism avoidance. With many tools in the marketplace\, this webinar will also provide an overview of reliable reference management tools to help curate resources and provide basic guidance on knowledge management tools to promote information retention over time. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the purpose of a literature review\nSynthesize the literature\nAssess the tools needed for a literature review\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBiosafety professionals\, biosecurity professionals\, researchers\, and others who conduct risk assessments\nAnyone looking to gain more insight on reference and knowledge management\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Nicole Drumhiller\, PhD\, CTM\, Dean\, American Public University System\, Pullman\, Washington. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2-hour sessions on Wednesday\, August 23\, and August 30\, 2023\, at 1:00 pm CDT. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of the start of each session. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete the pre-course and post-course assessments\, any course work\, and the course evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within the week of the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 7/26/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations by 7/26/2023. Cancellations between 7/26/2023 and 8/2/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/2/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/12-techniques-and-tools-for-conducting-relevant-literature-reviews/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230816
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SUMMARY:05. Molecular Biology 101
DESCRIPTION:05. Molecular Biology 101\nA distance learning opportunity\nAugust 8 and 15\, 2023\n12:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 662KB)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nMolecular Biology 101 is intended for those professionals that participate in protocol review\, facilities planning\, and other risk assessment activities but lack a basic understanding of molecular biology and techniques. Following this course\, attendees will be able to do more than regurgitate facts and use the new understanding of the principles of molecular biology in various situations at their institution. This course will cover topics such as the chemistry of nucleic acids\, DNA replication\, RNA transcription\, and protein translation\, the Central Dogma of Biology\, DNA cloning\, transfection of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells\, restriction enzymes\, and recombinant DNA lab methodologies (including PCR\, DNA fingerprinting\, sequencing\, and detection protocols). While this course will not turn you into a molecular biologist\, it will give you enough background information to understand the nature and manipulation of genetic material and hopefully unveil the mystery of deoxyribonucleic acid. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the differences and chemistry of nucleic acids\nDefine general molecular biology techniques\nDemonstrate an understanding of the principles of molecular biology used to develop recombinant DNA technology and to show how these technologies are used to study biological phenomena\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nNew Biosafety Professionals\nNon-Scientists that review protocol\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by James Klenner\, MSc\, MPH\, MPA\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Ball State University\, Muncie\, Indiana \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.00 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour webinar sessions on Tuesday\, August 8\, and Tuesday\, August 15\, 2023\, at 12:30 pm (CDT). For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT) on August 8 and August 15. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 7/11/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 7/11/2023. Cancellations between 7/11/2023 and 7/18/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 7/23/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/05-molecular-biology-101/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230812
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SUMMARY:ABSA BBTC FORT COLLINS® AUGUST 7-11\, 2023 FORT COLLINS\, COLORADO
DESCRIPTION:The Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®)\nABSA BBTC Fort Collins®\nAugust 7-11\, 2023\nHilton Fort Collins\nFort Collins\, Colorado \nRegistration will be opening in early 2023 \nA WEEK LONG COURSE COVERING ANIMAL\, GENERAL\, AND PLANT BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITYThe Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) was founded in 2004\, by Dr. Robert (Bob) Ellis\, Emeritus Professor at Colorado State University. In 2020\, ABSA International and the BBTC partnership was formed. \nThis course is designed for persons who are interested in the varying aspects of the responsibility of biosafety professionals. It is also suitable for persons who supervise biosafety professionals and for those who will benefit from additional knowledge of biosafety as a complement to their primary responsibilities. \nThe weeklong training will address preparations for audits and inspections\, BSL-2/BSL-3 building design and operations\, clinical and public health lab biosafety\, prion disease research\, and field investigations. Participants will receive intensive and engaging training on aspects of biosafety and biosecurity\, including interactive exercises and greenhouse tour. All lunches and an off-site dinner on Tuesday will be provided. The BBTC emphasizes the ethics and principles of biosafety and is a perfect follow-up to ABSA’s Principles & Practices of Biosafety course. Please note: ABSA International BBTC® is solely an ABSA International course and is not affiliated with other organizations or institutions. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of the course\, participants will be able to: \nAnimal Sessions \n\nDescribe the latest facility design for animal containment in large and small facilities\nExplain biosafety in prion disease research\nSummarize biosafety for field investigations\n\nGeneral Sessions \n\nUnderstand and discuss the general principles of biosafety and biosecurity\nDiscuss biosafety management\, select agent regulations\, emergency response\, risk assessment and management\nExplore inspection and audit preparations\, dual use research of concern\, biosafety cabinet certification\, insectary design and management\, clinical and public health biosafety and biosecurity\n\nPlant Sessions \n\nDistinguish how crop security networks and plant diagnostic laboratory’s function\nDiscuss basic greenhouse design and management\nIdentify the principles for transgenic plant and infectious disease research containment and synthetic biology\nDescribe the USDA permit policies and procedures and plan a disease diagnostic lab network\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?This course is intended for those biosafety professionals in the middle to expert level of the profession. Disciplines represented include biosafety\, biosecurity\, laboratory designers\, laboratory management\, program managers\, vivarium management\, maintenance and engineering. Participants include individuals from universities\, private industry\, and government. ABSA’s Principles & Practices of Biosafety® is a recommended prerequisite. \nAGENDA (subject to change)Animal Biosafety Session 1.5 days (August 7-8) \n\nLarge animal ABSL-2/ABSL-3 facilities design\, containment\, and management\nLaboratory animal ABSL-2/ABSL-3 facilities design\, containment\, and management\nPrion disease research biosafety\nField investigations biosafety\nInspection preparations\n\nComprehensive Biosafety Session 2 days (August 8-10) \n\nRisk assessment and risk management application\nSelect Agent regulations and program administration\nDesign and management of insectaries\nHEPA filters and biosafety cabinet certification\nPreparations for audits and inspections\nClinical and public health labs biosafety\nBSL-2/BSL-3 buildings design and operations\nDual use research of concern\nEthics and Culture of Biosafety\n\nPlant Biosafety Session 1.5 days (August 10-11) \n\nGreenhouse design\, management\, and tour\nRegulations and permit procedures\nContainment of recombinant plants and synthetic biology\nInfectious disease research with plants\nBiopharmaceuticals\nPlant disease diagnostic lab network\nDiseases of crops\n\nACCOMMODATIONSA block of rooms has been reserved for ABSA International at the Hilton Fort Collins \nHilton Fort Collins\n425 West Prospect Road\nFort Collins\, CO 80526 \nTo make reservations: 970-482-2626 \nBooking early allows us to make sure that all participants receive the same discounted rates. The block of rooms will be available until sold out or July 20\, 2023 whichever comes first. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 5.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 37.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours.
URL:https://absa.org/event/absa-bbtc-fort-collins/
LOCATION:Hilton Fort Collins\, 425 West Prospect Road\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTSTAMP:20230718T111938Z
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SUMMARY:11. Large-scale Biosafety
DESCRIPTION:11. Large-scale Biosafety\nA distance learning opportunity\nJuly 19 and 26\, 2023\n12:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 639KB)Purchase RecordingRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nLarge-scale Biosafety will review biosafety for work at large-scale\, which the NIH rDNA Guidelines defines as >10L. The course will review Appendix K from GLSP to BSL-3 LS\, with a focus on primary and secondary containment. It will review basic bioprocessing steps\, such as fermentation/cell culture and purification technologies. Examples of classic and newer single use technologies will be provided. Pearls and pitfalls of the various technologies will be discussed\, using various scenarios. The course will include a review of risk assessment techniques used for large scale bioprocesses and a discussion of large-scale related to vaccines\, viral vectors\, and recombinant proteins. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize large scale bioprocessing technologies\, the inherent risks and how to perform and document risk assessments\nDescribe the advantages and disadvantages of single use biotechnology equipment. Plan for issues of waste disposal and emergency response\nRestate the components of the NIH rDNA Guidelines Appendix K and how to implement them for large scale bioprocessing projects\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nExperienced Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\nLaboratory Management\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Brian Petuch\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Biosafety Project Manager\, International Safety Systems\, Inc.\, Columbus\, New Jersey \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.00 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour sessions on Wednesday\, July 19\, and July 26\, 2023\, at 12:30 pm CDT. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of the start of each session. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nRegistration deadline: registration closes 48 hours before the start of the webinar. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within the week of the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 6/21/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations by 6/21/2023. Cancellations between 6/21/2023 and 6/28/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 6/28/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/11-large-scale-biosafety/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230715
DTSTAMP:20240502T201437Z
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SUMMARY:Principles & Practices of Biosafety®
DESCRIPTION:ABSA INTERNATIONAL\nPrinciples & Practices of Biosafety®\nJuly 9-14\, 2023\nEmbassy Suites–Pittsburgh Downtown\nPittsburgh\, PA \nThe current offering is full.\nRegistration will open this fall for the March 10-15\, 2024 offering in San Diego\, California.\nDownload the FlyerA COMPREHENSIVE\, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSEPrinciples & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. Sessions begin at 8:00 am each day and end with a roundtable discussion between 5:15 and 5:30 pm with two coffee breaks and lunch provided. \nOBJECTIVESAt the end of the course each participant will be able to: \n\nDescribe potentially hazardous biological materials\, the risks associated with their use\, and the means to minimize risk and to protect against or prevent release or exposure\nDiscuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials\nIdentify\, locate\, and efficiently use key biosafety resources\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?This course is designed for persons who are entering the profession and those with up to three years’ experience in biosafety. It is also suitable for persons who supervise biosafety professionals and for those who will benefit from additional knowledge of biosafety as a complement to their primary responsibilities. \nPhotos from the July 2022 coursePast CoursesFuture PPB infoMarch 10-15\, 2024 – Embassy Suites Downtown\, San Diego\, CA\nJuly 7-12\, 2024 – Denver\, CO\nMarch\, 2025 – San Diego\, CA   \n\nThe course was very informative and comprehensive. The instructors were helpful and generous with their expertise. \nJUL 2021 PPB Attendee\nAppreciated the real-world experiences the instructors brought to the class. \nJUL 2021 PPB Attendee\nOverall a great course and very informative. A lot had to do with the instructors who had great chemistry and worked well together and kept us entertained. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nLoved the instructors and the fact they were so passionate about the course. They truly did their best to find the most effective and interesting ways to teach us. \nPPB Attendee\nThank you so much for presenting this course. Had a great time\, made some connections\, and learned a lot! \nJUL 2021 PPB Attendee\nWell organized team of subject matter experts with a broad knowledge base – everyone brings something to the table! \nPPB Attendee\nThank you so much for the wonderful course. I have learned a lot and feel a little more confident in being a Biosafety Officer. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nThank you so much for the wonderful course. I have learned a lot and feel a little more confident in being a Biosafety Officer. \nPPB Attendee\nThis course should be included in the continuing education plans of anyone working in the biocontainment industry. \nPPB Attendee\nHighly informative and well organized. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nThis course was one of the best workshop/course that I have taken in my career. Well organized and engaging. \nPPB Attendee\nIt was very educational and interactive course. Will recommend it for all new biosafety professionals. \nPPB Attendee\nI really loved this course! I learned so much that I will take back to my facility. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nVery well done course. It is obvious the instructors are professionals in their field with the ability to train as well. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nOne of the best experiences in my life! Highly recommend this class. \nPPB Attendee\nAfter many years working in the EH&S field along biosafety professionals but without a biosafety foundation of my own\, this course was extraordinarily useful in developing my knowledge. \nPPB Attendee\nTaking part in PPB has provided a sound network of shared goals and outreach with other biosafety professionals that will last a lifetime. \nPPB Attendee\nExcellent course! The highlight of the training sessions were the interactive sessions. All the instructors took time out to answer your questions. \nPPB AttendeeCOURSE FACULTY (not all listed faculty may serve as instructors at this offering)Patrick Condreay\, PhD\, RBP\nDrew Fayram\, MS\, RBP\nNatasha Griffith\, MS\nBrandon Hatcher\, PhD\, RBP\nSunny Hoffman\, RBP\nPaul Jennette\, MS\, PE\, RBP\, CBSP\nPaul Meechan\, PhD\, MPH\, RBP\, CBSP\nJeffrey Owens\, MS\, MPH\, CBSP\nCarrie Smith\, PhD\, RBP\, CBSP\nDee Zimmerman \nAGENDA (subject to change)Monday\, July 10\n\n\nMolecular Biology\nIntroduction to Pathogenic Microbiology\nRisk Assessment\n\nTuesday\, July 11\n\n\nHuman Source Materials & Mammalian Cell Lines\nResearch Animals & Allergens\nBiocontainment Equipment\nCourse Dinner (6:30 to 9:00 pm)\n\nWednesday\, July 12\n\n\nBiocontainment Facilities\nBiocontainment Practices\nBiocontainment Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\n\nThursday\, July 13\n\n\nDecontamination\nDisposal\nEmergency Response\nBiosecurity\n\nFriday\, July 14\n\n\nShipment and Transfer of Biological Materials\nStrategies for Effective Biosafety Management & Communication\n\nCOURSE FEESABSA Members: $2\,550\nNonmembers: $2\,760 \nParticipation is limited to 48 students. \nCourse fees include: \n\nFive full days of interactive instruction from a diversity of well-respected biological safety professionals.\nInstructor’s handouts\, key resource lists\, and a variety of critical biosafety information and resources.\nLunch\, beverages\, and snacks for all course days.\nWelcome Reception on Sunday evening and Class Dinner on Tuesday evening (subject to change).\n\nConfirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information about the course\, location\, and other items of interest. Substitutions allowed with notice by June 2\, 2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations received before June 2\, 2023. Cancellations between June 2 2023 and June 9\, 2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds will be given after June 9\, 2023. Cancelation fees may be waived if there is a waiting list and a replacement can be made – 15% processing fee will apply. \nACCOMMODATIONSA block of rooms has been reserved for ABSA International at the \nEmbassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown\n535 Smithfield Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15222\n$199/night plus tax \nBooking early allows us to make sure that all participants receive the same discounted rates.\nThe block of rooms will be available until sold out. \nReserve your room now!CONTACT HOURSThis course is approved for 36.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. In order to receive P.A.C.E. ® credit\, attendees must stay until the Friday session ends. \n\nI wanted to thank you again for an entertaining and informative week. I had a great time and wanted to let you know\, the training and resources provided has made a difference in how I view and approach biorisk management. \nPPB Attendee\nABSA Principles and Practices in Biosafety® Course is a great learning experience for biosafety professional. The subjects covered are broad\, deep\, and practical\, and the instructors are highly knowledgeable\, engaging\, and funny. \nPPB Attendee\nThis training was very valuable because it helped me see how much I already know\, learn in more detail about things that I knew but superficially. The fact that the modules were presented by very experienced professionals gave me a sense of great appreciation for the Biosafety and Biosecurity program and willing to participate and be more active in the program \nPPB Attendee\nABSA’s Principles and Practices of Biosafety® is the best comprehensive source of biosafety that I have encountered. It came highly recommended and it lived up to its name. The interactive exercises and the information that was provided to us will serve me as reference material for months and years to come. Thank you so much to the ABSA team for making this a great learning experience! \nPPB Attendee\nThis is by far the best offsite training I’ve ever gone as a student and/or professional! So much learning and so much fun at the same time! It’s a very unique and special faculty group! \nPPB Attendee\nThis was the best training course I have ever taken. Each instructor was great in how they could relay the material and bring their own perspectives to the course. I have never seen a group of instructors with that kind of chemistry together to build off each other through the week – this I also belive helpd the group itself mesh really well. The interactive exercises added a tone to the learning experience. They were challenging but also having a short time frame for most of them helped keep us at task while also creating a bit of a stress that we will see in the field. I also greatly appreciated the approachability of the instructors; having chances to interact outside of the class was great and helped break down the walls that can be present in trainings to be able to better approach each person during the week. I cannot give enough thanks to each instructor. \nFEB 2020 PPB Attendee\nI appreciate the knowledge and stories shared and I am extremely excited to bring this knowledge back to my department. I am new to biosafety and this course truly helped me understand more about it. \nPPB Attendee\nSuch a wonderful course that will really help me as a new professional in the biosafety field. The interactive exercises were beneficial to apply the course knowledge to practice and experience what it’s like to work with others to make risk assessments and decisions. \nJUL 2021 PPB Attendee\nExcellent foundation course for the beginning biosafety professional\, welcoming to a wide mix of professional backgrounds. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to establish themselves in the field\, or working on implementing a biosafety risk management program at their institution. \nPPB Attendee\nI really enjoyed the course. I come from a limited background in biosafety and feel as though I walked out of the course with a much greater feel and understanding of those things I encounter in our biosafety laboratories. \nPPB Attendee\nGreat course providing the basics of biosafety for biosafety professionals\, Outstanding instruction and important practical examples/information to help biosafety professionals to be successful and build an effective biosafety program! \nPPB Attendee
URL:https://absa.org/event/principles-practices-of-biosafety-pittsburgh-pa/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown\, 535 Smithfield Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230629
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SUMMARY:08. Conspiracy Theories\, Mis- and Disinformation
DESCRIPTION:08. Conspiracy Theories\, Mis- and Disinformation\nA distance learning opportunity\nJune 21 and 28\, 2023\n2:00 – 3:30 pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 663KB)Purchase RecordingRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nConspiracy Theories\, Mis- and Disinformation is a course to help anyone who communicates about biosafety and biosecurity to understand the context of mis- and disinformation around laboratories and how to better respond in the moment. The course includes introductions to concepts\, terminology\, and the history of conspiracy theory and misleading information. Participants will learn strategies to identify\, understand\, and respond to conspiracy theories and mis- and disinformation. The course will include practical exercises and break out groups to develop skills in identification of and response to false information around laboratories. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the elements of misinformation\, disinformation and conspiracy theory\nIdentify basic information distortions and their application to misinformation\nRecognize risk factors for being pulled into misinformation and conspiracy narratives\nDetermine their target audience for addressing inaccurate information\nIdentify what the audience wants and needs to know to understand corrections\nDevelop appropriate messages that will resonate with the target audience\nDeliver safety and security messages in an effective manner\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBiosafety professionals in government\, industry\, academic and other institutions/organizations\nAnyone who regularly communicates about biosafety with the public or non-biosafety professionals\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Anna Muldoon\, MPH\, Gryphon Scientific\, Takoma Park\, Maryland. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.25 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 3.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be presented in two 90-minute sessions on Wednesday\, June 21\, and June 28\, 2023\, at 2 pm (CDT)\, led by an expert in both public health response and conspiracy theory in biological spaces. Attendees should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of each session and complete the entire webinar session\, and access and/or complete all modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $165 USD\nNonmembers $278 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and three hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 5/24/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 5/31/2023. Cancellations between 5/31/2023 and 6/7/2023 will be refunded at 50 percent of the course fee. No refunds after 6/7/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/08-conspiracy-theories-mis-and-disinformation/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230621
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SUMMARY:04. Concepts of Virology
DESCRIPTION:04. Concepts of Virology\nA distance learning opportunity\nJune 13 and 20\, 2023\n12:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 639KB)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nConcepts of Virology will briefly review gene expression in eukaryotes and examine several concepts of virology. Characteristics of different viral families will be presented as well as general replication strategies employed by different viruses. Mechanisms of viral pathogenesis and strategies for antiviral intervention will also be explored. Participants should have a familiarity with molecular biology. The course is targeted to the biosafety professional who does not actively conduct laboratory research but would like to gain a basic knowledge of virology. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine the nature of viruses and clarify how the viruses are classified into families\nRecognize strategies employed by viruses to multiply in a host\nDiscuss concepts underlying viral pathogenesis\nDescribe methods used to interfere with viral infection and replication\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nExperienced Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\n\nSUGGESTED BACKGROUND\nMicro/Molecular Biology 101\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Patrick Condreay\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Duke University\, Durham\, North Carolina. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.00 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be a two 2.5-hour webinar session on Tuesday\, June 13\, and Tuesday\, June 20\, 2023\, at 12:30pm (CDT). For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT) on June 13 and June 20. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre- and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 5/16/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 5/16/2023. Cancellations between 5/16/2023 and 5/23/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 5/23/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/04-concepts-of-virology/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230611
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SUMMARY:Preventing and Treating Biological Exposures: An Occupational Health Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:Preventing and Treating Biological Exposures: An Occupational Health Colloquium (June 11-14\, 2023)\nABSA International is a co-sponsor of the 13th annual “Occupational Health Colloquium: Preventing and Treating Biological Exposures”. The Colloquium is being held June 11-14\, 2023 at the Embassy Suites in Alexandria\, VA. It begins with a special event\, a unique day-long “Behind the Scenes” tour of the National Zoo (60 people maximum). Preconference classes will be on Monday\, and the colloquium itself on Tuesday and Wednesday. Topics include risks associated with monkeypox\, avian influenza\, cutting-edge molecular tools\, sharps\, new vaccines\, Herpes-B \, and lab animal allergies. A workshop on this subject will address best practices. It is hosted by Eagleson Institute and the Elizabeth R Griffin Program and cosponsored by ABSA International. Details can be found at www.eagleson.org/OCC  We hope that you can join the group! \n\n\n\nCOST: Colloquium $1345 Early Bird (by 5/8/2023)/ $1395\, Pre-Conference $345 each\, or SAVE $200 by attending both Pre-Conferences and Colloquium! Special Event (for Colloquium attendees only): Behind the Scenes at the Zoo $95
URL:https://absa.org/event/preventing-and-treating-biological-exposures-an-occupational-health-colloquium/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites–Alexandria Old Town\, 1900 Diagonal Rd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230524
DTSTAMP:20230323T144249Z
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SUMMARY:03. Fundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease
DESCRIPTION:03. Fundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease\nA distance learning opportunity\nMay 16 and 23\, 2023\n12:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 639KB)Register NowRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nFundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease is intended for those professionals that participate in protocol review\, facilities planning\, and any other risk assessment activities\, but are unsure as to the actual nature of the disease risks of microbiological agents. Biological safety and risk assessment will not be covered in this course. The proposed topics will cover infectious agents\, virulence factors\, pathogenicities\, host-microbe interactions\, susceptibility\, modes of transmission\, and the changes seen in the microbial world. If you don’t know the difference between a TCID50\, PFU\, or ID50; or why HBV is stable in dried blood and HIV is not; or why influenza is an inhalation hazard; or why public health officials advocate flu shots each year—then this course is for you. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine different microorganisms and their pathogenicity\nRestate the various modes of transmission of microbial pathogens\nCorrelate the host response to microbial infections\nDevelop a basis of understanding for various environmental survival trends\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nNew Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by James Klenner\, MSc\, MPH\, MPA\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Ball State University\, Muncie\, Indiana. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.00 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour webinar sessions on Tuesday\, May 16\, and Tuesday\, May 23\, 2023\, at 12:30pm (CDT).  For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in at 12:15 pm (CDT) on May 16 and May 23. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar.\nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course approximately one week prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 4/18/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 4/18/2023. Cancellations between 4/18/2023 and 4/25/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 4/25/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/03-fundamentals-of-microbiology-and-infectious-disease/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T160000
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SUMMARY:10. Q&A Infectious Substance Shipping
DESCRIPTION:Q&A Infectious Substance Shipping\nA distance learning opportunity\nMay 11\, 2023\n1:00 – 4:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 639KB)Register NowRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nQ&A Infectious Substance Shipping webinar provides an opportunity for participants to learn about recent changes to international regulations and interact with a panel of shipping experts. Regulatory experts from organizations to be determined and have been invited along with a packaging expert from Saf-T-Pak/Labelmaster to discuss hazardous material shipping. Participants will be afforded an opportunity to submit questions for the panel to review in advance. As many questions as possible will be discussed during the webinar. Questions not addressed will be collated\, answered by the experts\, and provided to all participants along with a transcript of the session. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the recent changes to the regulations affecting the shipment of infectious substances\nAnswer frequently asked questions related to infectious substance shipping\nLocate contact information and familiarity with regulatory experts able to assist with future questions or shipping challenges\nIdentify the answers to detailed shipping questions and advanced topics that are not usually addressed in basic dangerous goods shipping courses\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTENDThis webinar is designed for people who are familiar with infectious substance shipping regulations and who have completed previous certification training. Participants should have experience with classifying\, packaging\, marking\, and labeling infectious substance shipments. The expert panel will address questions and engage in detailed discussions with the assumption that all participants have a basic understanding and experience with IATA and DOT infectious substance shipping regulations. Depending on your employer and hazmat job function\, this webinar could serve as refresher training. An electronic test will be administered as part of this course. ABSA cannot certify any participant for shipping. Only the participant’s employer may certify that the individual is trained. \nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Eric Cook\, MPH\, Sandia National Laboratories\, Albuquerque\, New Mexico. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.25 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 3.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be a 3-hour session on Thursday\, May 11\, 2023\, at 1:00pm CDT. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of the start of each session. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre-course and post-course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $165 USD\nNonmembers $278 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 3 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nRegistration deadline: registration closes 48 hours before the start of the webinar. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within the week of the course. Substitutions will be allowed with notice by 4/20/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 4/27/2023. Cancellations between 4/27/2023 and 5/4/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 5/4/2023.  \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA International\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/10-qa-infectious-substance-shipping-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230420
DTSTAMP:20230323T144316Z
CREATED:20230203T154147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T144316Z
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SUMMARY:07. Train-the-Trainer: Beyond the Basics
DESCRIPTION:07. Train-the-Trainer: Beyond the Basics\nA distance learning opportunity\nApril 12 and 19\, 2023\n1:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 664KB)Register NowRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTrain-the-Trainer: Beyond the Basics is a webinar designed to take your instructor-led training to the next level. Using hands-on\, practical applications you will learn to address the unique needs of adult learners (including accessibility needs)\, effectively plan your next training\, and utilize tips and tricks to improve your facilitation. \nThis webinar will show you how to use a simple planning tool as a guide to make the most of your development time and more easily help you design an effective PowerPoint presentation. Looking to use tools to enhance your training? Join us as we incorporate a variety of interactive tools such as whiteboards and polls to gain real-time feedback. This webinar will show you how to effectively use questions to engage your in-person and virtual audiences\, and help you establish rapport and trust with your participants. \nThe webinar will be led by a training manager with 25 years’ experience designing and developing educational experiences for private and public clients. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIncorporate a variety of interactive tools to engage your audience\nUtilize a simple planning tool as the foundation for presentations\nWrite learner personas to effectively meet the needs of your audience\nUse technology to create active learning situations\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nSafety professionals in government\, industry\, academic and other institutions/organization\nWhile anyone who creates and/or delivers instructor-led training will benefit from this webinar\, the target audience is individuals who have previous experience conducting or training.\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Karin S. Wasler\, Training and Development Manager\, University of California—Los Angeles Environment\, Health and Safety\, Los Angeles\, California. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2-hour sessions on Wednesday\, April 12 and Wednesday\, April 19\, 2023\, at 1:00 pm (CDT). For the webinar sessions\, you should plan on logging in at 12:45 pm (CDT). You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 3/15/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 3/22/2023. Cancellations between 3/22/2023 and 3/29/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 3/29/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/07-train-the-trainer-beyond-the-basics/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230413
DTSTAMP:20230327T173804Z
CREATED:20230215T161428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T173804Z
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SUMMARY:09. Occupational Health: An Overview
DESCRIPTION:09. Occupational Health: An Overview\nA distance learning opportunity\nApril 5\, 2023\n11:00am – 1:30pm (CDT)\nApril 12\, 2023\n10:00am – 12:30pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 668KB)Register NowRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nOccupational health is a multi-disciplinary approach to programs and services aimed at protecting and preserving the health of the workforce within the various research and laboratory environments. This live webinar will serve as an overview of research and laboratory occupational health and will include a wide range of topics to consider in an effective occupational health program.  Attendees will have the opportunity to obtain key knowledge of the components necessary for an effective occupational health program\, applicable to their own program or for the establishment of such a program.  Emphasis will be on developing or improving your program within regulatory requirements and application of best evidence-based practices\, as well as the availability of internal and community resources.  The sessions will highlight health and safety hazards (biological\, chemical\, physical\, psychological) in research and laboratory settings (clinical\, bench laboratory\, animal work\, field work); stress the use of risk assessment to determine priorities and to clarify decision-making; and identify approaches to the services necessary to provide illness and injury prevention across the continuum of work (pre-work baseline\, periodic\, post exposure\, and exit from the workplace). \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the key components of an occupational health program\nName occupational health hazards found in the research or laboratory environments\nIdentify approaches to using risk assessment to prioritize prevention efforts\nRecognize specific strategies for illness and injury prevention across the pre- to post-exposure continuum\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nNew & Experienced Biosafety and Biosecurity Professionals\nLaboratory Management and Lab Workers\nPrincipal Investigators\nOccupational Health Professionals\nInfection Control Practitioners\nEnvironmental Health and Safety Professionals\nPublic Health Laboratory Professionals\nAnimal Facility Managers\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Michelle Kom Gochnour\, MN\, RN\, COHN-S\, Senior Occupational Health and Safety Consultant\, Research\, Seattle Children’s\, Seattle\, Washington. \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 5.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour sessions on Wednesday\, March 29\, 2023\, 11:00 am(CDT) and April 5\, 2023\, 10:00am (CDT). For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of the start of each session. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete the pre-course and post course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nRegistration must be completed 2 business days prior to the start of the webinar. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 3/1/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 3/1/2023. Cancellations between 3/8/2023 and 3/15/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 3/15/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/09-occupational-health-an-overview/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T150000
DTSTAMP:20221130T040704Z
CREATED:20221130T040704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T040704Z
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SUMMARY:ARS2V. Agricultural Risk Assessment
DESCRIPTION:This course will cover critical differences between the “normal” laboratory risk assessment process (as outlined in the Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL)) and the more holistic agricultural risk assessment process that is required to focus on both worker health and safety as well as release to the environment. Biocontainment is a part of all risk assessment processes and it becomes critically important to delineate it as a separate goal of risk mitigation strategies when working with agriculturally important agents\, as they are not often highly hazardous to humans. Therefore\, these agents are seen as “safe” when\, in reality\, they present a real threat to the animals and environment surrounding the laboratory. Additionally\, the risk of these “safe” agents will be discussed in the context of the emerging/re-emerging agents that are just as likely to be present in veterinary clinical laboratory or necropsy spaces as in human healthcare settings. The focus of the course will be on the critical aspects of agricultural risk assessment that differ from other described processes: the potential economic impact on local or regional animal and plant morbidity and mortality; and the international trade implications of disease presence in the country.
URL:https://absa.org/event/ars2v-agricultural-risk-assessment/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,USDA/ARS,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T150000
DTSTAMP:20220921T182644Z
CREATED:20220709T130139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T182644Z
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SUMMARY:4V. BSL-3 Design and Operations: Lessons from the Trenches
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 17\, 2023\, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM CDT \n4V. BSL-3 Design and Operations: Lessons from the Trenches \nMatt Anderson\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, University of Nebraska—Lincoln\, Lincoln\, NB \nMany academic institutions have built Biosafety Level 3 containment laboratories over the past 15 years\, anticipating these facilities to be an instrument to attract researchers and stay on the cutting edge of science. Most of these labs have been successfully operated since construction while others have become dormant due to various factors ranging from poor initial design\, construction issues\, engineering flaws\, lack of operational staff\, lack of funding for the operation of the lab\, and ongoing maintenance costs. When planning and designing these facilities\, it is essential to consider the costs and other needs (e.g.\, staffing and procedures) associated with maintaining these facilities over the long term. This course will present lessons learned by the instructor from experiences related to the design\, operation\, and maintenance of a variety of high-containment laboratories (BSL-3\, ABSL-3\, etc.). Lab design parameters\, utility requirements\, maintenance and operation best practices\, and tips and tricks will be shared with participants through lectures\, small group discussions\, and case studies. \nObjectives: \n\nRestate the components and requirements for managing a BSL-3 facility\nSummarize the potential pitfalls and mistakes in lab design and operations\nDescribe the best practices in preventative maintenance for BSL-3 facilities\n\nSuggested Background:   Fundamentals of Biosafety\, Biosafety Level 3 Design and Operations \nTarget Audience:                  All Safety Professionals\, Facilities Maintenance Staff \nAudience Level:                     Basic \nCourse Length:                      4 hours (one 4-hour live session with a 60-minute break)
URL:https://absa.org/event/4v-bsl-3-design-and-operations-lessons-from-the-trenches/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA Conference,ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTSTAMP:20230213T202434Z
CREATED:20220929T152349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T202434Z
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SUMMARY:01. Arthropod Research\, Containment\, Biosafety and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:01. Arthropod Research\, Containment\, Biosafety and Beyond\nA distance learning opportunity\nFebruary 16 and 23\, 2023\n1:30 – 3:30pm (CST) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 683KB)Register NowRegistration must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nArthropod Research\, Containment\, Biosafety and Beyond is a webinar that will aid researchers\, greenhouse personnel\, engineers\, and anyone who is currently designing or renovating a space or involved in or planning arthropod research. The webinar will review the applicable regulations impacting arthropod research\, permitting requirements\, human exposure concerns\, technologies and the containment and environmental considerations of rearing\, containing\, and devitalizing insects. It will also cover how to perform a risk assessment\, operational work practices and arthropod containment levels (ACL) 1 through 4 design requirements. At the conclusion\, participants will understand the basics of arthropod research. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the need to do arthropod research\nRestate the requirements/regulations that affect arthropod research\nIdentify concepts related to insectary design\nExplain how to perform a risk assessment\nReview the requirements for arthropod containment: ACL 1-4\nIdentify the operational requirements for arthropod research\nSummarize the challenges and risks of working with genetically modified organisms\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBiosafety professionals\, greenhouse personnel\, engineers\, and researchers in government\, industry\, academic and other institutions/organizations\nAnyone who regularly communicates about biosafety with the public or non-biosafety professionals\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by Janet Griffiths\, BASF\, Durham\, NC\, and Deborah Howard\, MPH\, CBSP(ABSA)\, BASF\, Durham\, NC \nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two\, 2-hour sessions on Thursday\, February 16 and Thursday\, February 23\, 2023\, at 1:30 pm CST. For the webinar sessions\, you should plan on logging in at 1:15 pm (CST) both days. You are required to attend the two webinar sessions\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members $225 USD\nNonmembers $360 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4-hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 1/19/2023. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 1/19/2023. Cancellations between 1/19/2023 and 1/26/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 1/26/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/01-arthropod-research-containment-biosafety-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230203
DTSTAMP:20221130T040451Z
CREATED:20221130T040451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T040451Z
UID:10000219-1675123200-1675382399@absa.org
SUMMARY:ARS1V. Plant Pathology and Containment
DESCRIPTION:The course will provide a background overview and illustration of how containment facilities for plant research can be designed\, constructed\, and operated to meet various standards and guidelines. The standards will be based on those given by US agencies though international entities will also be referenced. Principles of plant diseases and the organisms that cause them will be discussed as well as an emphasis on the pathways that pathogens may disseminate to new areas and using diagnosis for early and accurate detection. Case studies will be used to give an overview of systems that protect cropping systems from plant diseases. The plant diseases caused by insects section will focus on insect damage and insect disease and on how insects are the most important vectors of plant viruses and the main means of the spread of many plant pathogens. The Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) began using a new permitting system in 2021-22 for several USDA programs: Plant Protection Quarantine (PPQ)\, Biotechnology Regulatory Services (BRS)\, and Veterinary Services (VS). This section will provide an overview of what to expect when utilizing the new system to apply for imported soil and plant pest and pathogen permits and advise how the phase-out of permits already in its predecessor ePermits will be managed and new features incorporated into eFile will be covered. Another section on decontamination of greenhouses\, and solid and liquid waste will occur.
URL:https://absa.org/event/ars1v-plant-pathology-and-containment/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,USDA/ARS,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T160000
DTSTAMP:20240115T234627Z
CREATED:20221109T021549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T234627Z
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SUMMARY:02. Updating Your Preparedness Toolbox for Future Outbreaks or Pandemics
DESCRIPTION:02. Updating Your Preparedness Toolbox for Future Outbreaks or Pandemics\nA roundtable discussion\nJanuary 25\, 2023\n2:00 – 4:00pm (CST) \nDownload Brochure (pdf 314KB)Register NowWhat’s coming next in the world? Do you have the tools you need to be prepared for the next outbreak or pandemic? Updating Your Preparedness Toolbox for Future Outbreaks or Pandemics is a roundtable discussion that will feature several biosafety and public health professionals. The panelists\, who work across government\, academia\, industry\, and public health\, will discuss aspects of their institution’s response to emerging and reemerging pathogens and infectious disease emergencies. Lessons learned from previous emergencies will be shared. Topics will include risk assessment\, communication challenges and solutions\, program and policy changes\, and occupational health. \nCurrent diseases to be discussed: \n\nEbola\nMonkeypox\nPoliovirus\nAfrican Swine Fever (ASF)\nAvian Influenza\nTriple Threat (RSV\, Influenza\, COVID)\n\nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this roundtable\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the challenges faced by biosafety and public health professionals during an infectious disease emergency\nDescribe the responses to challenges that may be applicable to their own institution\nRestate the steps to take when adjusting an institution’s procedures or policies\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll biosafety and public health professionals in government\, industry\, academic and other institutions/organizations\nAnyone involved in decision making during pandemic or other emergency situations\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe roundtable panelists will be: \n\nChristina Egan\, PhD\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Wadsworth Center\, New York State Department of Health\, Menands\, NY\nJulie Johnson\, PhD\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Kansas State University–Biosecurity Research Institute\, Manhattan\, KS\nJessica McCormick-Ell\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, National Institutes of Health\, Bethesda\, MD\nBecky McGirr\, MSc\, RBP(ABSA)\, Sanofi\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\nChanning Sheets\, MS\, RBP(ABSA)\, Cal OSHA\, San Francisco\, CA\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.25 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 2.50 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. The links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform\, all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis roundtable discussion will be one\, 2-hour session on Wednesday\, January 25\, 2023\, at 2:00 pm (CST). For the session\, you should plan on logging in at 1:45 pm (CST). You are required to attend the roundtable session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEES\nABSA Members FREE\nNonmembers $185 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 1.5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \n\nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 12/28/2022. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 12/28/2022. Cancellations between 12/28/2022 and 1/5/2023 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 1/5/2023. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the attendee list for the webinar through Zoom platform all instances of that person’s name will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org
URL:https://absa.org/event/02-updating-your-preparedness-toolbox-for-future-outbreaks-or-pandemics/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar
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