Survey First Name Middle Name Last Name Country(ies) of Citizenship Survey Your E-Mail Address 1a. Choose the sector affiliation associated with your institute. University/AcademicHospital/Medical ServiceGovernmentMilitary/DefenseLaw EnforcementBiosafety AssociationPublic HealthVeterinaryResearchDiagnosticEmergency ResponseBorder ControlOther (please specify) 1b. If you selected "Other" please explain 2. How long have you been in your current job function? Please indicate one Less than 1 year1 to 3 years4 to 10 yearsMore than 10 years 3. Are you familiar with the concept of Biorisk management? Please describe your level of understanding Yes, familiar with Biorisk management - it's about handling biological materials safely. Basics of Biorisk management: control hazards with biological agents in various settings. Biorisk management involves protocols for safe biological agent handling. Biorisk management integrates biosafety, biosecurity, and lab management for risk control. Limited knowledge, however have an understanding of how biorisk management minimizes risks with biological materials 4. Have you had any previous training or experience in Biorisk management? Please choose from the following: Received Biorisk management training covering biosafety and biosecurity. Workshop on general laboratory biosafety and biosecurity. Biorisk Management training during graduate studies that covered basic risk identification. Practical/hands-on experience at a previous workplace involved learning biosafety protocols.None of the above. 5. What specific aspects of Biorisk management are you interested in learning more about? I'm keen on understanding risk assessment in Biorisk management to develop effective strategies for mitigating potential hazards. Practical aspects of Biorisk management, especially in real-world scenarios, captivate my interest for insights into challenges and successes.I'm intrigued by the ethical considerations within Biorisk management, ensuring responsible practices in biological research. My focus is on the latest biosecurity advancements in Biorisk management for enhanced security including biological materials collection and handling, and waste disposal.Biorisk Management is not of my interest. I am unfamiliar with biorisk management and look forward to an orientation to biorisk management. 6. Are you currently involved in any activities or work that may involve Biorisk, such as handling biological agents, working with infectious diseases, or managing laboratory facilities? Choose from the following. No, I’m not currently involved in any activities related to biorisksMy work is primarily focused on admirative support at my facilityYes, I currently work with biorisks and recognize their crucial role in our daily operations.I handle biological agents and ensure compliance with safety protocols.No, I don’t handle biological agents or biorisks in my current role.Yes, the management of biorisks is a key component of my work. I am responsible for overseeing laboratory facilities and ensuring the safe handling of biological materials. 7. What are your main concerns or challenges related to Biorisk management in your organization or workplace? Ensuring consistent adherence to Biorisk protocols across all team members. Maintaining a high level of awareness and compliance is crucial for effective risk management.Balancing the need for a secure environment with the requirement for efficient workflow is a challenge. Finding solutions that prioritize safety without impeding productivity is a key consideration.Addressing potential gaps in communication regarding Biorisk protocols is a concern. Clear and consistent communication is vital to ensure everyone in the organization is aware of and follows safety guidelines.Staying updated on the latest advancements in Biorisk management practices and technologies is a challenge. Continuous training and education are essential to keep pace with evolving standards.Balancing appropriate mitigation strategies with existing resources. A risk based approach to resource management is essential.None of the above. 8. Are you responsible for conducting risk assessments or implementing risk mitigation measures related to Biorisk in your organization? If so, what is your role? 1. Yes, I am involved in Biorisk management risk assessment procedures. 2. Yes, I conduct risk assessments as part of my job description3. No, I am not part of the risk assessor efforts, but I am involved in implementing robust risk mitigation measures.4. No I have not heard of such procedure as risk assessment. 9. Are you aware of any biorisk management policies or practices at your organization? No, I am not aware of any.Yes, we have a robust risk management policy that is well-documented.Yes, we have a biorisk management policy that involves risk assessment and containment.Yes, we have some but I am not aware of the specifics. 10. Which of the following specific tools and techniques for assessing and managing biorisk are you most interested in learning about? 1. Risk Assessment Tools: WHO, BIORAM, Sakra Biorisker, FAO-LMT, Danish Biosecurity tool2. Biorisk Management Guidelines: CDC/NIH, WHO Laboratory Management, AMP3. Biosecurity: Access control, Surveillance Training Resources: Biosafety programs,4. Online courses Incident Response: Incidence response and plans, Communication protocols 5. Containment Equipment: BSC, HEPA filters 11. Are you familiar with the applicable regulations and guidelines related to Biorisk management in your country or region? Yes, I am familiar with local guidelines related to biorisk management in my country.No, we do not have any local guidelines related to biorisk management in my country. 12. How would you describe the level of awareness and understanding of Biorisk management among your colleagues or team members? 1. High awareness: Colleagues are well-informed about Biorisk management through regular training. 2. Moderate awareness: Basic safety protocols are followed, but there's room for improvement in comprehensive training. 3. Basic awareness: team is aware of safety procedures, but unfamiliar with biorisk management concepts and vocabulary4. Limited awareness: Team needs focused training to raise awareness about Biorisk management and the importance of safety measures. 5. Continuous improvement: Ongoing initiatives, including regular updates and training, aim to enhance awareness and understanding of Biorisk management. 13. Please indicate your familiarity with ISO45001, CWA15793, WHO Laboratory Manual and The Global Biorisk Management. Most Familiar Familiar Somewhat Familiar Not Familiar 14. Please rank your familiarity with characterizing and evaluating biorisk. Most Familiar Familiar Somewhat Familiar Not Familiar 15. Please rank your familiarity with Laboratory Best Practices and Procedures Most Familiar Familiar Somewhat Familiar Not Familiar 16. Please rank your familiarity with the Five Pillars of Biosecurity. Most Familiar Familiar Somewhat Familiar Not Familiar recaptcha