Definition

A biohazard is defined as a biological agent, organism or substance, that poses a threat to human health. It includes bacteria, viruses, spores and toxins that impact negatively on human health.

This article focuses on biohazard management as a barrier to food poisoning, inadvertent exposure to allergens, and other threats which can lead to crew incapacitation.

Contributory Factors

Potential sources of a biohazard include food, water, needles, contaminated surfaces, and bodily substances (blood, faeces, vomit or droplets from coughing). The likely points of crew contact/origin are: