Containment Facilities Requirements
- NLRD 2.1 (as classified by the Gene Technology Regulations 2001) must be conducted in a facility that is certified by the OGTR to at least PC2 level (as prescribed by the NLRD classification)
- NLRD 2.2 (as classified by the Gene Technology Regulations 2001) must be conducted in a facility that is certified by the OGTR to at least PC3 level (as prescribed by the NLRD classification)
Important Information:
- NLRDs have a 5 year time limit and expire the day 5 years after the date of assessment by the GTRC
- You need to apply for, and obtain, a new assessment of your dealing as a NLRD from the GTRC to continue to undertake the dealing after the time limit has expired
Resources:
- List of NLRD 2.1 and 2.2 (Parts 2.1 and 2.2 of Schedule 3 of the Gene Technology Regulations 2001)
- Exempt host/vector systems (Part 2 of Schedule 2 of the Gene Technology Regulations 2001)
NLRD 2.1 and 2.2:
- Have a level of inherent risk but this can be effectively reduced or managed
- Must not involve intentional release of the GMO into the environment
- Must be approved by the Gene Technology Research Committee (GTRC) prior to commencement of work
- Must be conducted in accordance with the OGTR's Guidelines for Transport, Storage and Disposal of GMOs
- Cannot be varied or amended once approved (a new application will need to be submitted)
Examples of NLRD 2.1
- Work with GM plants
- Use of genetically modified mice and rats that have a selective advantage as a result of the genetic modification
- Some types of work with replication-defective viral vectors
- Some types of work with host and vectors that can cause disease
- Shot-gun cloning
Example of NLRD 2.2
- A dealing that satisfies the NLRD criteria but involves a Risk Group 3 agent (e.g. HIV in cell culture)
Application process
- For application instructions and forms please see the Applications page.