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SSBA Standards

The Security Sensitive Biological Agent (SSBA) Standards outline the handling, storage, disposal and transport requirements of confirmed and suspected SSBAs under the National Health Security Regulations 2018. Entities that handle suspected or known SSBAs must comply with these standards.

Published:

20 June 2013

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SSBA Standards

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Publication type:

Guideline

Published:

20 June 2013

Last updated:

19 January 2026

Last updated:

19 January 2026

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SSBA Standards

SSBA Standards