ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Biosafety (Contained Use) Regulations
5. Classification of containment levels
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
5. Classification of containment levels
(1)The Authority shall ensure that all appropriate measures are taken to avoid adverse effects on human health and the environment, which might arise from the contained use of a genetically modified organism.(2)The Authority in consultation with the relevant regulatory agency shall assess the suitability of a contained use premises to conduct contained use activity involving genetically modified organism.(3)Upon carrying out the assessment, the Authority in consultation with the relevant regulatory agency shall determine the containment level of the contained use premises in accordance with the provisions of the Second Schedule.(4)The containment levels under this Regulation apply to laboratory, greenhouse or screen house activities.(5)Appropriate measures for confined field trials shall be determined through procedures developed by the Authority in consultation with the relevant Regulatory Agency.