Use of Genetically Modified Organisms is regulated in Australia by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR), which requires that research institutions establish an Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC).
Flinders' Biosafety Committee receives applications for approval of research projects involving the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and other biohazardous materials, including human tissue samples.
The committee ensures that laboratory activities are planned and executed in such a way that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the health and safety of each employee, the public, laboratory animals and other organisms, and to prevent damage to the environment and property.
More information
For more information, refer to:
Process to submit applications to the Flinders IBC (DOC 94KB) |
*New* Cover Sheet Required for all Projects Involving the Use of Animals
In addition to the application form, the Combined AWC and IBC Coversheet is also required for all projects involving animals. Please download, complete and submit the coversheet with your application.
Combined AWC and IBC Coversheet (DOCX 24KB)
Please contact Angela Binns if you are unable to access via this link. |
Biosafety Manual (PDF 179KB) - Current at February 2012. If you have difficulty in accessing the Manual, please contact Angela Binns on 8204-8995. |
| IBC Biosafety Policy (PDF 83KB) - Current as at 2005. |
| AQIS Class 5.2 Facility. If your research requires containment within an AQIS Class 5.2 QAP facility, please contact Angela Binns in Support Services – School of Medicine for facility details and access. |
Security Sensitive Biological Agenta (SSBA's) |
Training PC Induction Checklist (DOC 75KB) All personnel working in a facility where research approval is required by the IBC must be trained and this training documented. Training is required both at a local level and attendance at a Flinders University Biosafety Training Day. These are held annually, usually in March. All participants must pass the short test held at the completion of the session with a mark of 80% or greater in order to qualify for the Training Day Certificate of Completion. |
For enquiries about applications to this committee, phone Angela Binns on (08) 8204 8995 or email angela.binns@flinders.edu.au.
