Practical Experts. Real-World Solutions.
Azelia Labs envisions a world where research thrives, unhindered by safety concerns, and life-saving discoveries are accelerated through streamlined, compliant, and innovative biosafety practices.
Our team of passionate consultants brings deep, hands-on experience from the lab bench, the animal facility floor, and high-containment environments—long before stepping into safety and compliance roles. With decades of combined experience across biosafety, lab safety, and vivarium operations, we understand the realities of research and the complexity of regulatory requirements. That’s why the solutions we deliver don’t just check boxes—they actually work. We bridge the gap between policy and practice to build safer, more efficient, and fully compliant research environments.
50+ Years
Combined safety and compliance experience
Our Expertise
Expert Biosafety Leadership You Can Trust
With three Registered Biosafety Professionals on our team and over 25 years of collective, hands‑on biosafety experience, we deliver industry‑leading solutions for every facet of biological safety. From plant pathogen containment to high‑containment laboratory operations, our experts have built and managed biosafety programs across academic institutions, commercial research, clinical trials, and hospital settings.
Comprehensive Lab Safety Expertise Across Academia and Industry
With over 12 years of experience leading Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) teams, our professionals bring a deep understanding of laboratory safety programs that meet both regulatory requirements and operational needs. We’ve supported research and production environments across academia and industry—ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient lab operations.
Hazardous Chemical Management: End-to-end oversight of chemical inventory systems, hazard classification, and segregation practices.
EPA/RCRA Waste Compliance: Robust waste management protocols aligned with local, state, and federal hazardous waste regulations.
OSHA Program Implementation: Hands-on leadership of programs including Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory Standard, Respiratory Protection, and Job Hazard Analysis.
Emergency Response Planning: Development of lab-specific response plans, spill protocols, and coordination with fire, EH&S, and medical responders.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Systems: SDS database development, maintenance, and researcher training to ensure accessibility and compliance.
Carcinogen and Toxin Control: Risk assessment and controls for OSHA-regulated carcinogens and highly hazardous substances.
Shipping of Hazardous Materials: Certified experience in DOT and IATA shipping of infectious substances, diagnostic specimens, and other dangerous goods.
From routine lab operations to high-risk emergency scenarios, we provide practical, science-driven safety solutions to help your teams stay safe and compliant—without slowing down your research.
Registered Biosafety Professionals: Certified expertise in risk assessment, pathogen management, and regulatory compliance.
High‑Containment & Plant Pathogen Biosafety: Proven track record designing and overseeing BSL‑2, BSL‑3, and NRC‑regulated plant pathogen facilities.
Program Development & Management: End‑to‑end biosafety program creation, implementation, and auditing to meet OSHA, EPA, and CDC standards.
Biological Safety Officer Services: Each team member has served as a BSO, conducting training, inspections, and incident investigations.
Cross‑Sector Experience: Deep understanding of biosafety in academia, biotech industry, clinical research clinics, and healthcare laboratories.
Harness our specialized biosafety consulting to enhance your lab’s safety culture, streamline biosafety compliance, and protect your people, your research, and your reputation.
Vivarium Operations & Animal Welfare Compliance
With over 50 years of combined experience, our two dedicated animal facility and welfare experts bring unmatched depth in vivarium operations, animal care compliance, and protocol development. From daily animal handling to complex regulatory inspections, we support research programs with high standards for both safety and ethics.
Vivarium Management: Expertise in daily operations, high-hazard housing, and facility safety protocols for small and large animal models.
Animal Handling Protocols: Development and implementation of species-specific procedures that prioritize safety, welfare, and compliance.
IACUC Program Development & Oversight: Full-spectrum support for Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees, including protocol review, policy writing, and training.
AAALAC Accreditation Preparation: Proven track record of preparing facilities for successful AAALAC site visits and maintaining ongoing readiness.
High-Containment Animal Studies: Experience supporting ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 research environments with robust safety and containment strategies.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Skilled at working with veterinary staff, researchers, and regulatory bodies to align operational and ethical goals.
Whether you’re launching a new animal facility or need support maintaining compliance in an established program, our team delivers practical, regulatory-aligned solutions that prioritize animal welfare and research integrity.
Azelia Labs helps research organizations like yours navigate complex regulations and streamline safety processes. We're experienced biosafety and EHS professionals who provide customized solutions that reduce your administrative burden and free up your team to focus on research. We work with clients in academic, industry, and clinical research settings, so we understand your unique challenges