Essentials and Implementation of Biorisk Management
Essentials and Implementation of Biorisk Management

Date: 24 July to 26 July 2024

Duration: 2.5 Days

Time: 1:30pm to 6:00pm, 8:30am to 6:00pm

Mode of Training: Classroom

Venue: Lifelong Learning Institute (Near Paya Lebar MRT Station)

Course Fee before Funding: SGD 1150 (Exclusive of GST)
Payment Mode: Bank Transfer or Paynow
Vacancy: 25 pax
Tea-Breaks provided


SSG Funding Eligibility Criteria:
  1. Singaporean or Permanent Resident (Company or Self Sponsored) aged 21 years old and above;
  2. Sponsoring companies must be registered and/or incorporated in Singapore and must fully sponsor the course fee;
  3. Participant must accomplish all below requirements:
    1. Completes and certified competent through all required assessments;
    2. Completes post-training surveys conducted between 3 to 6 months after end of the course.

Participant who has been granted the SSG funding but fails to meet the above requirements will have to pay the subsidised amount to Ted Traum Institute.

Course Funding Details:

Effective for courses starting from 1 Jan 2024
Full Fee GST Nett Fee after Funding
(Incl. GST)
Baseline MCES/ SME
S$1,150 S$103.50 S$678.50 S$448.50

Baseline: Singaporean/PR age 21 and above
MCES(Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy): Singaporean age 40 & above
SME: Enhanced Training Support for SMEs
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Course Details

• a.k.a. Biorisk Management Level 4 (SSG Course ID: TGS-2023038994): To Develop and monitor the implementation of biosafety plans, and manage bio-incident responses
• 3 CVs (Credit Values) to be awarded under the Skills Framework for WSQ Qualification Certificate
• Accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET); CEUs points to be advised
• 20 SDU Points to be accredited by CPD Board

Course Overview

In facilities dealing with biological hazards, it is essential for staff to learn how to mitigate and manage risk across their organizations. However, the landscape of regulations, guidelines, standards, and biosafety practices can be complex to navigate.

In this course, participants are guided through a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts related to biorisk management. The course provides a thorough discussion of national and international regulations, and distinguishes between the various components of safety protocols and incident reporting systems in a way that relates to staff at all levels. Through lively discussions, real-world examples, and knowledge-sharing, participants encounter a range of scenarios to support their learning and interpretation.

This course is suitable for staff from all levels who deal with biological hazards, particularly in industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and bio-research.

At the end of this course participants will be able to:

  • Gain robust knowledge to understand and interpret regulatory frameworks, terminology, and processes
  • Develop competence and ability to identify hazards, compare risk assessment and mitigation methods, and prevent infection when handling hazardous microorganisms and toxins
  • Make more informed decisions by comparing and contrasting solutions in biorisk management, including facility design, emergency management, and performance monitoring
  • Solve problems with confidence and infer from their knowledge to discuss safety effectively in their teams, while promoting safety culture in their organizations

    Who Should Attend?

    This is a specialized course designed for:

    • Biorisk Management Officers
    • QA/QC Personnel
    • Lab & Plant Personnel
    • R&D Officers
    • Safety Compliance Officers

    Learning Objectives

    Through this course, participants will learn to:

    • Develop plans for addressing biorisks and review the implementation of controls.
    • Facilitate biorisk assessments and conduct management review programmes.
    • Develop training and communication programmes and implement improvements to biorisk systems to manage emergency responses.

    Course Outline

    • Basics of Good Manufacturing Practices
    • Introduction to biohazards, biosafety and biosecurity
    • Performance Monitoring
    • Introduction to hazard identification, risk assessment, risk mitigation strategies
    • Biosafety and Biosecurity risk/threat assessment
    • Risk assessment methodology based on WHO lab biosafety manual 4th Edition
    • Risk mitigation strategies
    • Specific lab SOPs (standard operating procedures)
    • Continuous education and improvements

    Accreditation / Award / Certification

    Participant who passes all the assessments with competent in this course will be awarded Certificate of Attendance and Statement of Attainment (SOA) for Biorisk Management Level 4.

    About The Trainers

    Trainers: Dr. Viji Vijayan, Mr. Dan Yoong, Mr. Damien Chew

    Click here to know more about the Trainers

    Location

    Lifelong Learning Institute (Near Paya Lebar MRT Station)