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Safety and Health Topics Bioterrorism In Focus eTools Bioterrorism is the intentional use of micro-organisms to bring about ill effects or death to humans, livestock, or crops. The use of micro-organisms to cause disease is a growing concern for public health officials and agricultural bodies. The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 and the subsequent bio-terrorist releases of anthrax have led to an increased awareness of workplaces as possible terrorist targets. Specific OSHA Safety and Health Topics Pages are available on Plague, Ricin, Smallpox, Tularemia and Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers (VHFs). There is also an OSHA Anthrax eTool. The following questions link to information relevant to bioterrorism in the workplace. What OSHA standards apply? Standards | Preambles to Final Rules | Directives How can I recognize the threat of bioterrorism?   How should I respond to a bioterrorist event?   What are some ways to prepare for a bioterrorist event? Preparedness for Bioterrorism What additional information is available? Related Safety and Health Topics Pages | Other Resources In Focus eTools Anthrax. OSHA. Discusses anthrax topics, including who is at risk for anthrax exposure and what to do in case of an anthrax threat.  Safety and  Health Topics     Bioterrorism   OSHA Standards   Hazard Recognition   Emergency Response   Control   Additional Information   Credits   Content Reviewed 11/20/2006

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