Category Archive: HPTA
HPTA – Licences
As mentioned in our previous article, every laboratory or person that performs activities with human pathogens (risk level 2 or higher) and toxins must have a licence under the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA). Duration of licence Depending on…
Human Pathogens and Toxins Act
The goal of the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) is "to establish a safety and security regime to protect the health and safety of the public against the risks posed by human pathogens and toxins" The HPTA, together with…
Reminder to laboratories: HPTA licence required
As the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) comes into full force, any laboratory working with Risk 2 or higher organisms, needs to apply for a HPTA licence.