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Our Mission

​To cultivate a culture of excellence in safety and compliance at the NIH by integrating innovative training, comprehensive health and safety programs, and proactive risk man​​​agem​ent. ​Our commitme​nt to safeguarding the NIH community, environment, and research mission is reflected in our dedication to continuous improvement, collaboration, and the highest standards of regulatory adherence. Through our unified efforts, we aspire to create a safe, healthy, and productive environment that empowers groundbreaking research and advances public health.​



​Welcome to the Division of Safety (DS)

​The Office of Research Services, DS, serves the NIH in occupational safety and health through administration of programs, policies, and support. We also maintain occupational health and safety programs at Bayview Research Center in Baltimore, MD, Integrated Research Facility in Frederick, MD, and Rocky Mountain Laboratories at Hamilton, MT.​


Featured Topics

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myCority

​Submit a Safety Suggestion, report an Indoor Air Quality Concern, or request a Lab Clearance.

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Electronic Registration System (ERS)

​Web-based system for submitting pathogen and recombinant DNA registrations and amendments.

DRS Database

Radiation Safety Portals

Access to radiation safety database portals for NIH Authorized Users and DS staff.​

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Events

Highlights upcoming committee meetings, safety seminars, and key dates​​.

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Resources

Quickly locate​essential ​documents, reference materials, and efficiently complete key tasks.


Contact Us

Contact Us

​​View our campus locations and program areas contact information.


The National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program (NBBTP)/Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA) Fellowship

NBBTP

​The National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program (NBBTP)/Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA) Fellowship is a two-year program designed to…