Laws and Regulations Module

To allow greater flexibility for research staff, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) through the auspices of the Department of University Animal Care (UAC) has prepared this "self-instruction" module. This module takes the place of the hour-long lecture. Please read the following general information and complete the quiz. In order to become certified, you must achieve 85% or higher on the quiz.

Alternative format: Laws & Regulations Packet (PDF Document - print packet & mail quiz) Note: Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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INTRODUCTION
LAWS GUIDELINES & PROGRAMS AFFECTING ANIMAL RESEARCH
University of Arizona's Animal Hazard Program
INSTITUTIONAL ANIMAL CARE AND USE COMMITTEE (IACUC)
CONCEPT AND METHODS TO LIMIT ANIMAL USE
UTILIZATION OF SERVICES
PROPER USE OF ANESTHETICS, ANALGESICS, and TRANQUILIZERS
SURVIVAL SURGERY
- Requirements for All Survival Surgery (Aseptic Conditions)
- CARE FOLLOWING SURGERY
NON-SURVIVAL SURGERY
EUTHANASIA
MECHANISM FOR REPORTING PROBLEMS
- HOW TO REPORT PROBLEMS or DEFICIENCIES IN ANIMAL CARE AND TREATMENT
ROOM ORDER IN UAC FACILITIES
WHERE CAN ANIMALS BE KEPT
ANIMAL PROCUREMENT
REFERENCES
Who to Contact for Commonly Asked Questions
Quiz & Evaluation - You must achieve 85% or above to pass

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IACUC Learning Module - Laws & Regulations

Laws and Regulations Module

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