Resumption of Research Operations:
Update - March 24, 2021
Previously published guidance on the resumption of laboratory, non-Human Subjects Research is now suspended.
However, the Covid 19 pandemic continues to present complex challenges and events may transpire that could require a return to more restrictive guidance.
Effective March 24, 2021 the following guidance will be in effect:
- Masks are required at all times in the laboratory, research spaces, and elsewhere on campus. Some laboratories may require gloves or other protective equipment as well.
- Efforts should be made to keep laboratory personnel density as low as practical, and social distancing should be practiced when possible.
- Hand hygiene and disinfecting workspaces are strongly encouraged at all times.
- Those who work in shared space or use shared equipment must jointly develop and implement a plan for hygiene maintenance.
Guidance for Human Subjects Research dated 3/17/2021 is current and the recommendations should be followed.
Christopher S. Brown, PhD | Vice President for Research
UAB | The University of Alabama at Birmingham
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The purpose of this document is to provide guidance specific to the resumption of HSR in the context of the UAB over-arching resumption of research operations.
Individuals are encouraged to come to the study visit alone. If this is not possible, the instructions in this handout apply to both the participant and the participant’s support person.
R2Ops Human Subject Research Guidance
R2Ops What You Can Expect During A Study Visit
