Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau(DENRERDB)

Dear eFOI user,

Thank you for your requestOctober 22, 2024d Oct. 3, 2024, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.

We have received your request on Laboratory requirements and Space guidelines,October 22, 2024d October 22, 2024. We will respond and process your request on or before Oct. 24, 2024, in compliance with the Executive Order’s implementing rules and regulations.

Should you have any questions regarding this request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal for request with ticket number #DENRERDB-602474752075.

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Thank you.

Respectfully,

Benjamin E Beltran

FOI Officer

Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau

MS. YASMINE R. MONDOY

Academic Thesis Student

Dela Paz, Pasig City

Dear Ms. Mondoy:

This refers to your request for information regarding your architecture thesis proposal.

For your inquiries on space guidelines and design requirements of laboratories, we recommend contacting the National Training Center for Biosafety and Biosecurity (NTCBB) via email address, [email protected]. Their expertise in biological laboratory design makes them well-suited to provide detailed and accurate information on laboratory layout, and safety standards.

Our Bureau has encountered several architectural and structural challenges, including outdated infrastructure, limited ventilation systems, and space constraints. These issues have somehow affected the efficiency and safety of our facilities, leading to periodic improvements and upgrades to maintain safety and functionality.

ERDB faces challenges such as limited funding, procurement delays due to unavoidable circumstances, and the need to keep safety protocols current while adapting to an evolving research agenda. Ensuring compliance with national and international standards while accommodating technological advancements remains a continuous effort. We adhere to stringent national and international safety guidelines concerning laboratory design, hazardous materials handling, and routine safety audits to maintain a secure research environment.

ERDB features specialized laboratories focused on environmental research, biodiversity studies, and ecosystem monitoring. These facilities are now equipped with essential tools for sample processing and data collection, supported by administrative offices, meeting rooms, and storage areas to enhance research capabilities.

For further information and assistance, please coordinate with Dr. Marilyn Q. Lalican, Chief of the Laboratory and Experimental Services Division (LESD), and Mr. Rejaynil M. Valdez, OIC-Chief, Laboratory Service Section (LSS) via electronic mail at [email protected].

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Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau