GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation

About this program

The Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), in partnership with ISSA, offers the GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation, a gold standard program for facilities aiming to develop and sustain robust Infectious Disease Management Plans (IDMPs). This accreditation provides resources such as handbooks, workbooks, risk assessment tools, and SOP templates to enhance cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease mitigation practices. Facilities worldwide, across various sectors, are eligible to apply, with over 4,000 already accredited, demonstrating a commitment to environmental, health, and social responsibility goals. Applicants must commit to implementing a performance-based program with 20 specific elements and criteria to achieve and maintain accreditation.