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Practical considerations for disaster preparedness and continuity management in research facilities
1Agenda Resource Management, Hull, UK.
Lab Animal
|September 21, 2013
Summary
Research continuity management ensures that vital research operations can continue during emergencies. This approach applies business continuity principles to disaster preparedness in research facilities, safeguarding scientific endeavors.
Area of Science:
- Animal research
- Laboratory management
- Biosecurity
Background:
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice, Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International standards, biosecurity, and animal welfare is common among research facility personnel.
- Familiarity with business continuity principles is less common in the research context.
- Business continuity is crucial for all institutions, including research facilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the applicability of business continuity principles within research settings.
- To introduce the concept of 'research continuity management' for disaster preparedness.
- To advocate for a structured approach to maintaining research operations during disruptions.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of business continuity principles.
- Application of these principles to the research context.
- Conceptualization of research continuity management.
Main Results:
- Business continuity principles are relevant and applicable to research facilities.
- Research continuity management provides a framework for disaster preparedness.
- A focused yet comprehensive approach to disaster preparedness is achievable.
Conclusions:
- Research facilities can benefit significantly from adopting business continuity planning.
- Implementing research continuity management enhances disaster preparedness and operational resilience.
- Proactive planning is essential for the sustained operation of research facilities.
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