Shipping Biological Materials
The responsibility to correctly package and ship infectious material is that of the sender, not the recipient or consignee.
Researchers, lab assistants, and other personnel who package, handle, or ship infectious or other hazardous material (Shipper/Sender) are responsible for being aware of current and applicable regulations, requirements, and any updates. Shippers are responsible for correctly classifying and packaging the material(s) for the purpose of protecting the public, personnel in the transportation industry, emergency responders, as well as other laboratory or healthcare staff from accidental exposure to the contents of the packages.
If you have not completed the Dangerous Goods Shipping training, contact the Office of Safety prior to sending any packages containing biological materials or dry ice.
Biological Materials Shipping Manual
Transporting Biological Materials by Private Vehicle
Material Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Intent to Ship Biological Materials
Researchers, lab assistants, and other personnel who package, handle, or ship infectious or other hazardous material (Shipper/Sender) are responsible for being aware of current and applicable regulations, requirements, and any updates.
- Shippers are responsible for correctly classifying and packaging the material(s) for the purpose of protecting the public, personnel in the transportation industry, emergency responders, as well as other laboratory or healthcare staff from accidental exposure to the contents of the packages.
- The responsibility to correctly package and ship infectious material is that of the sender, not the recipient or consignee.
- If you have not completed the Dangerous Goods Shipping training, contact the Office of Safety prior to sending any packages containing biological materials or dry ice.
Form
Please complete the following information and submit to the Office of Safety for approval.