Biological Safety Officer (BSO)

Departments involved with biological work should have Departmental Biological Safety Officers (DBSOs) appointed in writing by their Head of Department (HoD).

Guidance on the appointment of DBSOs:

• Guidance on the appointment and duties of DBSOs - under review

Template for letter of appointment:

• Draft letter of appointment for DBSOs

The Safety Office runs an annual BSO Event. Please refer to the training page for slides and recording of past presentations.

For further information and advice on matters of biological safety, please contact the Head of Biological Safety at the Safety Office and/or the Safety Officer for the School of Biological Sciences as appropriate.