Biosisto products contain microorganism(s). The Biosafety level (BSL) categories of these microorganism(s) are specified on the Certificate of Analysis.

All Biosisto Certified Reference Materials microorganisms are classified as biosafety level 1 or 2.

Biosafety Level 1 (BSL-1)

Refers to the lowest level of biological containment for handling microorganisms that pose minimal risk to healthy humans and the environment.
These organisms are not known to cause disease in healthy individuals but could harm those with weakened immune systems.

Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2)

BSL-2 applies to microorganisms that pose a moderate risk to individuals but have a low risk of spreading to the community.
These organisms can cause human disease, but the disease is not usually severe, and treatments are often available.

European guidelines

The protection of workers from risks related to exposure to biological agents at work can be found at EUR-Lex

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