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Research involving high-risk
pathogens such as SARS,

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coronaviruses
and influenza viruses is essential.

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This research leads to new detection
methods and therapies.

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To protect both themselves
and the environment,

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researchers work as safely as possible
with this high-risk material.

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This is called biosafety.

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In addition to biosafety,
measures are needed to prevent pathogens

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or related knowledge from falling
into the wrong hands and being misused.

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This is called biosecurity.

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The implementation of biosecurity measures

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reduces the risk of misuse of dangerous
pathogens

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and confidential information.

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For the implementation
of a comprehensive biosecurity policy,

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eight focus areas, known
as the pillars of good practice,

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are relevant.

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Physical security ensures
that only authorized

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people have access to high-risk material.

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However, physical barriers

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may be breached
intentionally or unintentionally.

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This is
why the culture within an organization

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and the behavior of its employees
is so important,

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for example,

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strangers should not be let in
or given a lift.

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Laboratory safety also requires
careful selection

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and periodic screening of personnel.

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High-risk laboratories can supplement
their regular security measures by extra

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screening of employees, for example
by requiring a certificate of conduct.

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Also, take appropriate measures to prevent
external personnel from coming near

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high-risk materials
and confidential information.

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It is essential

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that high-risk material
is properly registered

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and that materials are safely stored.

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The transport of high-risk pathogens
by third parties

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is governed by legislation
that must be complied with.

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Information about high-risk materials

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and related
knowledge must be properly secured.

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Unlocked computers and poorly secured
Wi-Fi networks and servers

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can result in information unintentionally
being accessible to third parties.

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It is therefore
essential that management includes

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the responsibility for biosecurity
in an organization's infrastructure,

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so that sufficient time
and resources are made available

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to guarantee biosecurity.

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Developing response plans,

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in collaboration with emergency services
and security regions is important

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for a rapid response to emergencies
involving dangerous pathogens

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in order to limit their spread
as much as possible.

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Regularly discussing biosecurity
at all levels

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of an organization helps
to raise awareness,

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making it easier to detect any failings

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that are not immediately
obvious in daily practice.

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It is important to thoroughly protect
high-risk

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materials and related knowledge.

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A carefully designed

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biosecurity policy addresses
all eight pillars.

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The Biosecurity Office provides

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information and advises
on appropriate biosecurity measures.