Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)

The University has established and shall maintain an IBC composed of members of the University community whose experience and training enable them to work with the biohazardous agents defined under MUN's Biosafety Program. The IBC reports to the University Health and Safety Committee (UHSC) and has the following mandate:

1. Formulate and implement policies and procedures governing the use of biohazardous agents/materials.
2. Provide advice on the safe use and disposal of biohazardous materials/agents in all areas under the control of the University.
3. Review reports of all inspections, audits, incidents and other relevant materials presented by the BSO. Make any recommendations deemed appropriate based on the information supplied in these reports.
4. Respond to biosafety issues that require immediate consultation.
5. Report annually to the UHSC.
6. Approve or revoke internal biosafety certificates.
7. Monitor and approve revisions to the Biological Safety Manual.
8. Act in accordance with the committees Terms of Reference (TOR).

The IBC is responsible for development of all policy related to biosafety at MUN including, but not limited to:

1. Biosafety certificate review/approval.
2. Import/export of biohazardous materials.
3. Safety training.
4. Biohazardous waste disposal.
5. Environmental protection.

The IBC approves the use of all biohazardous materials at the University through the review/approval of biosafety certificate applications. The IBC is also responsible for monitoring the implementation of its policy as per the committee’s TOR.

IBC Terms of Reference

IBC Member Profiles

Plan for Administrative Oversight

 

Upcoming IBC meetings

• March 27, 2025 (submission deadline March 13, 2025)
• May 29, 2025 (submission deadline May 15, 2025)
• July 31, 2025 (submission deadline July 17, 2025)
• September 25, 2025 (submission deadline September 11, 2025)
• November 27, 2025 (submission deadline November 13, 2025)