Faculty Toolkit
Research Disruption Management
Research continuity is critical, especially for labs housing sensitive materials, live specimens, or critical experiments. Faculty should annually review lab-specific vulnerabilities and have a unit-specific protocol to maintain the protection of lab-based activities (including animal studies) during a disruption to the university. Such a protocol may reference essential personnel to carry out the care and safety of lab animals.
Planning for research disruptions should include:
- Animal Lab Management Secure protocols for animal care, feeding, and temporary relocation if needed.
- Hazardous Materials Security Proper shutdown and safety procedures for chemical, biological, and radiological materials.
- Data and Equipment Protection Ensuring continued access to essential research data and preventing loss of progress due to infrastructure shutdowns.
The following resources can be downloaded and adapted to fit your needs: