Guidance for general laboratory safety practices during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Guidance for general laboratory safety practices during the COVID-19 pandemic

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July 6, 2020
By National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.

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National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Description:

This guidance is to address the general workflow safety concerns of laboratory personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. All laboratories should perform site- and activity-specific risk assessments to determine the most appropriate safety measures to implement for particular circumstances. In addition, facilities should adhere to local policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and public health guidelines.
Content Notes:

General Guidance -- Social Distancing -- Face Coverings -- Personal Hygiene and Disinfection -- Resources.
Subjects:

Coronavirus Infections COVID-19 Laboratories Pandemics Safety Management
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Webpage
Genre:

Guidance
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Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library
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https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/90251/cdc_90251_DS1.pdf
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