90/679/EEC - Protection of workers from risks related to exposure to biological agents at work

This document gives requirements and recommendations for installation, commissioning and routine testing of BSC.

This document specifies the specific requirements for class II BSC with respect to design, construction, safety and hygiene.
It sets the specific performance criteria for class II BSC for work with biological agents and specifies test procedures with respect to protection of the worker, the environment and product protection including cross-contamination.

This document specifies the minimum requirements for BSC with respect to design, construction, safety and hygiene and gives general test methods for their verification.
The requirements for the different classes are given in the respective parts of EN 12469.

This document specifies the specific requirements for class II BSC with respect to design, construction, safety and hygiene.
It sets the specific performance criteria for class II BSC for work with biological agents and specifies test procedures with respect to protection of the worker, the environment and product protection including cross-contamination.

This document gives requirements and recommendations for installation, commissioning and routine testing of BSC.

This document specifies the minimum requirements for BSC with respect to design, construction, safety and hygiene and gives general test methods for their verification.
The requirements for the different classes are given in the respective parts of prEN 12469.

This European Standard gives biological, physical and procedural containment measures for work with genetically modified plants including plants where the transferred genetic material is derived from a non-plant source. It defines measures to minimize hazards identified by risk analysis.
Containment may be provided in a greenhouse or in a growthroom, laboratory or other containment facility.
Containment of genetically modified microorganisms and/or small animals associated with plants is not included in this standard. Containment of microorganisms in laboratories is covered in EN 12128.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for bioreactors used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of bioreactors includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for kill tanks used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of kill tanks includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for chromatography columns used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of chromatography columns includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for equipment probes used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment probes includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for tubes and pipes used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the tubes and pipes includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for couplings used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the coupling includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for pressure protection devices used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of pressure protection devices includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for vessels used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for sampling and inoculation devices used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the sampling and inoculation device includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for glass pressure vessels used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of glass pressure vessels includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for valves used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the valve includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for piping and instrumentation used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard gives biological, physical and procedural containment measures for work with genetically modified plants including plants where the transferred genetic material is derived from a non-plant source. It defines measures to minimize hazards identified by risk analysis.
Containment may be provided in a greenhouse or in a growthroom, laboratory or other containment facility.
Containment of genetically modified microorganisms and/or small animals associated with plants is not included in this standard. Containment of microorganisms in laboratories is covered in EN 12128.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for vessels used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for bioreactors used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of bioreactors includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for chromatography columns used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of chromatography columns includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for kill tanks used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of kill tanks includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for pressure protection devices used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of pressure protection devices includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for glass pressure vessels used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of glass pressure vessels includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for equipment probes used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment probes includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for sampling and inoculation devices used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the sampling and inoculation device includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for tubes and pipes used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the tubes and pipes includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for valves used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the valve includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for piping and instrumentation used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the equipment includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for couplings used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks to the worker and the environment from microorganisms in use.  This European Standard applies where the intended use of the coupling includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies basic requirements for microbiological safety cabinets (MSCs) with respect to safety and hygiene. This European Standard sets the minimum performance criteria for safety cabinets for work with microorganisms and specifies test procedures for microbiological safety cabinets with respect to protection of the worker and the environment, product protection and cross contamination. Mechanical, electrical, chemical or radioactive safety precautions are not covered in the standard but are covered in EN 610101-1, EN 292-1 and EN 292-2 (see Bibliography (1), (2) and (3)).

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for off-gas systems used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker and the environment. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the off-gas system includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for filter elements and filtration assemblies used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker and the environment. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the filter elements or filtration assemblies includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies basic requirements for microbiological safety cabinets (MSCs) with respect to safety and hygiene. This European Standard sets the minimum performance criteria for safety cabinets for work with microorganisms and specifies test procedures for microbiological safety cabinets with respect to protection of the worker and the environment, product protection and cross contamination. Mechanical, electrical, chemical or radioactive safety precautions are not covered in the standard but are covered in EN 610101-1, EN 292-1 and EN 292-2 (see Bibliography (1), (2) and (3)).

This European Standard gives guidance to the manufacturer of sampling and inoculation devices on providing instructions in the manufacturer's documentation accompanying his products in accordance with prEN 13312-3. It has the purpose of pointing out to him, which hazards can occur during operation, s so that he can take these into account in an adequate way during construction and will be in a positive to formulate information for use giving adequate consideration of safety...

This European Standard gives guidance to the manufacturer of sampling and inoculation devices on providing instructions in the manufacturer's documentation accompanying his products in accordance with prEN 13312-3. It has the purpose of pointing out to him, which hazards can occur during operation, s so that he can take these into account in an adequate way during construction and will be in a positive to formulate information for use giving adequate consideration of safety...

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for off-gas systems used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker and the environment. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the off-gas system includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for filter elements and filtration assemblies used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker and the environment. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the filter elements or filtration assemblies includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for cell disrupters used in the biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker or the environment. This European Standard applies where the intended use of the cell disrupter includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.

This European Standard provides guidance for factors and criteria considered by the experimenter for the valid design, execution and evaluation of an analysis of the molecular stability of the genomic modification with respect to life cycle, heritability and external factors. It describes the steps in the characterization of a GMO that should be followed to ensure the validity of the analysis of the molecular stability of the genomic modification. The type of molecular stability analysis is dependent on the objectives of the experiment.

This European Standard gives guidance on methods for handling, inactivating and testing of waste containing organisms arising from biotechnology laboratory activities and processes. It is concerned with methods to reduce the risks arising from exposure to waste derived from laboratory-scale activities which contains organisms hazardous or potentially hazardous to humans, animals, plants or the environment.

This European Standard specifies design requirements for plant buildings used for the safe handling of microorganisms and the product itself if it presents a biohazard. Note 1: When applying this European Standard, attention is drawn to the existing national regulations such as regulations concerning genetic engineering, water and environmental emission concerning the design requirements.

This European Standard specifies minimum physical requirements for biological safety for laboratories at four reference physical containment levels which are appropriate for handling microorganisms of different risk groups. This European Standard primarily addresses the containment of microorganisms which can present a risk to human health. It applies to microbiology laboratories where the handling of microorganisms in bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or genetic modification is carried out.

This European Standard, in order to protect the worker and/or the environment, gives guidance on minimum physical biosafety measures for the containment of animals deliberately inoculated with microorganisms, including genetically modified microorganisms, which can present a risk to human or animal health or the environment. This European Standard does not apply to the containment of animals which have not been deliberately inoculated with microorganisms.

This European Standard provides guidance for a quality control procedure of a diagnostic kit to assure that the assay results will fulfil the intended purpose of the test by both manufacturers and users. This European Standard applies to diagnostic kits used in agriculture, plant and animal pest and disease control monitoring of feed and environmental contamination due to microorganisms.

This European Standard specifies performance criteria for pumps used in biotechnological processes, in which the release of microorganisms should be limited or prevented for reasons of safety. This standard applies if the intended use of the pump includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms. This standard applies to pumps with no auxiliary equipment, bordered by the connections on the unit of equipment. It also applies to pump systems equipped with all necessary auxiliary equipment necessary for operation of pumps and to accomplish cleaning and sterilization.

This European Standard provides guidance concerning the procedures for setting up a valid sampling strategy to meet the objectives of a monitoring strategy for GMMs released into the environment. Since monitoring methods of microorganisms in environmental samples usually require pretreatment of the samples, for example the extraction and isolation of GMMs and/or their nucleic acid, this is included in scope of this European Standard. The sampling is to provide material to which subsequent analytical or biological methods for monitoring of GMMs can be applied.

This European Standard gives guidance on the assessment and the selection of procedures for treatment of waste process microorganisms from biotechnological plant to ensure the safety of people and environment. This European Standard applies to wastes and effluents (solid, liquid and gaseous) emitted from biotechnological processes which include traditional processes such as brewing or food processing, fermentation of pharmaceutical and chemical products as well as biotechnological processes for environmental and agricultural application.