PHAC Training Portal

Audience: People who wish to configure a new containment level in a laboratory.

Duration: 90 minutes

Course updated: March 2026

The goal of the webinar was to dive into equipment and system consideration that guide the selection process for safe and efficient laboratory operation. The presentation includes Transfer Equipment, Controlled Activity Equipment, and touched on the activities of the Biocontainment Engineering Science Working Group!

Resource Type: Video

Duration: 1 hour

This Webinar is aimed at biocontainment professionals that are newer in the field. We’ll lay the foundation of what constitutes a complete biosafety program, and how it translates into the design and operation of a facility. This includes how to elaborate your program and procedures, as well as how to make a lab (new construction or renovation) physically fit your needs. We’ll also cover specific considerations for animal works, for small and large animals zones.

Resource Type: Video

Duration: 1 hour

Resource Type: Information Sheet

Resource Type: Bulletins

Resource Type: Bulletins

Resource Type: Bulletins

Resource Type: Bulletins

Resource Type: Bulletins