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ISTR and International Institute of Risk and Safety Management sign Memorandum of Understanding

ISTR has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) at the IIRSM President's Reception 2025.  The MoU recognises the expertise and leadership of ISTR within the UK and internationally as the UK Biosafety Association (UKBSA).

ISTR Chair Elect Adam Stevenson said: “This represents a great opportunity for ISTR to collaborate with IIRSM to enhance safety standards related to technology and research through shared expertise, joint initiatives, and the promotion of best practices in risk management and health and safety.”

IIRSM President Rosie Russell said: “This MoU strengthens both organisations by bringing the strategic risk thinking of IIRSM together with ISTR’s understanding of research, development and emerging risks. I am looking forward to evolving this relationship and furthering the management of cutting-edge risks that affect our organisations and communities.”


ISTR  UKBSA Gains International Recognition as IFBA Member

ISTR, incorporating the UK Biosafety Association (UKBSA), is proud to announce its approval as a member of IFBA – the International Federation of Biosafety Associations. This milestone brings international recognition to ISTR's long-standing commitment to biosafety leadership and sharing best practices.

Membership of IFBA will enable ISTR to collaborate with global partners, share best practices, and contribute to international biosafety initiatives, furthering its mission to drive continuous improvements in technology and research health and safety.

          


Serving safety professionals for over 25 years

The Institute serves safety professionals in technology and research including education, industry, government agencies and consultancy.

The aim of the Institute is to enhance the knowledge, competence and professional development of its members through networking, accreditation, knowledge exchange, workshops and symposia, communication with regulators and partnerships with other safety organisations.

Membership is open to safety professionals and Associate Membership is available to anyone whose knowledge and experience do not qualify them as Members but who can show they have a sufficient interest in the activities of ISTR.

The ISTR Executive Committee, made up of elected and co-opted members, manage the affairs of the Institute.

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    • 08 December 2025
    • 09:00 - 16:00
    • Hybrid - In person and online via Teams
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    APPLIED SAFETY IN PATHOLOGY GROUP

    Annual Education Day 2025

    Monday 8th December 2025

    University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton

    09.00 – 09.25

    Registration

    09.25 – 09.30

    Welcome

    Simon Lewis - ASPG Chair

    09.30 - 10.15

    Health Surveillance in Laboratories and Anatomical Pathology

    Ross Macauley & Helen Noble, Occupational Hygienist, Armstrong Environmental

    10.15 – 11.00

    Safety Culture, Human Factors, Incident Reporting and Learning

    Dr Adrian Worrall, Occupational Psychologist

    11.00 - 11.30

    Morning Break

    11.30 - 12.15

    Biosafety Accreditation & Ensuring Competence

    Speaker TBC, United Kingdom Biosafety Association

    12.15 – 13.00

    Regulator Session - Transport of Dangerous Goods

    Matthew Burr, Land Transport Security Inspector, Department for Transport

    13.00 - 14.00

    Lunch Break

    14.00 – 14.45

    Fumigation & Decontamination

    Doug Griebenouw, Director of Decontamination, Clean Air Technologies

    14.45 – 15.30

    Regulator Update

    Dr Holly Dove, HM Specialist Inspector, Microbiology and Biotechnology Unit, HSE

    15.30 – 15.40

    Close Session

    Simon Lewis - ASPG Chair

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