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Jun 15, 2017
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Dec 18, 2015
Helpful Information Sheet: Sterile Gloves for Rodent Surgery
The information contained within this document is intended to supplement the Guidelines on the Performance of Surgery in Rodents , which require "the use of sterile, individually packaged gloves for rodent (e.g., mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils,...
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Approved Animal Drug Products (Green Book)
The Generic Animal Drug and Patent Restoration Act requires that each sponsor of an approved animal drug must submit to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certain information regarding patents held for the animal drug or its method of use...
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Dec 14, 2020
Canadian Pathogen Safety Data Sheet Information
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USDA Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations (2017)
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations (also known as "AWAR" or "AWA/AWR") are a set of standards for the humane care and treatment of mammals (except laboratory-bred rats and mice)...
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Occupational Health and Safety in the Care and Use of Research Animals (1997)
This book, an implementation handbook and companion to the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals , identifies principles for building an [animal] program and discusses the accountability of institutional leaders, managers, and employees...
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Anesthesia and Analgesia in Swine (Chapter 15 of Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Animals)
Published by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine, Chapter 15 of Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Animals (Second Edition) focuses on anesthesia and analgesia in swine. Chapter topics include: inhalational anesthesia, injectable...
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ACVA Small Animal Monitoring Guidelines (2009)
In 2009, the American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists (ACVA) revised their set of guidelines for anesthetic monitoring. The goal of the ACVA guidelines is "to improve the level of anesthesia care for veterinary patients. Frequent and...
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May 18, 2021
Quick Reference Sheet: Reporting & Investigating Animal Welfare Concerns
This sheet includes information about the many ways suspected incidents of noncompliance can be reported, how allegations and reports are assessed within the Animal Care & Use Program, details about the inquiry/investigation process, and the...
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U.S. Government Principles for the Care and Use of Animals Used in Testing, Research, and Training (1985)
The U.S. Government Principles for the Care and Use of Animals Used in Testing, Research, and Training were developed by the Interagency Research Animal Committee and published in 1985. As a recipient of U.S. Federal Government funds that support...
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EHS Standard Procedures and Protocols for Using Radioactive Material in Animals
Maintained by the U-M Department of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), the Hazmat & Radiation webpage contains information about the following topics: Waste Disposal and Collection Biological Exposure Risks Chemical Exposure Risks Radiation...
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Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Animals (Second Edition)
Published by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine , Anesthesia and Analgesia in Laboratory Animals (Second Edition) focuses on the special anesthetic, analgesic, and postoperative care requirements associated with experimental surgery...
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AAHA Anesthesia Guidelines for Dogs and Cats (2020)
Developed by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), the purpose of this article is to provide guidelines for anesthetizing dogs and cats, which can be used daily in veterinary practice. The article includes recommendations for pre-...
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AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals (2020 Edition)
The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals are created by the American Veterinary Medical Association and are a widely recognized set of standards designed to provide “guidance in relieving pain and suffering of animals that are to be...
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EHS Biosafety Manual
The University of Michigan (U-M) Biosafety Manual is a resource for information, guidelines, policies, and procedures that will encourage safe research and eliminate, or reduce, the potential for exposure to biohazards. The information presented...
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EHS Radiation Safety
Maintained by the U-M Department of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), the Radiation Safety webpage contains information about the following topics: Radiation safety forms Overview of radiation safety training requirements Information about...
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Animal Handler Occupational Health & Safety Program
This Program is issued jointly by the University of Michigan Office of Research and the Department of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) to provide guidance and consistency in the management of the health and safety program for animal handlers...
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Aug 18, 2021
Quick Reference Sheet: A Guide for Students & Short-Term Personnel Working Around Animals
Students who attend classes where research animals are observed, and short-term personnel who work under the supervision of an IACUC approved individual in lieu of being listed on an IACUC approved animal use protocol, may not be required to...
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May 17, 2021
Helpful Information Sheet: Policy on Investigating Noncompliance and Animal Welfare Concerns
This information sheet provides a short summary of the mitigation measures employed by the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee ( IACUC ) when incidents of noncompliance have been confirmed. For more information, please review the complete...
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Amphibians: Guidelines for the Breeding, Care and Management of Laboratory Animals (1974)
Published by the National Research Council, Amphibians: Guidelines for the Breeding, Care and Management of Laboratory Animals (1974) includes a classification and description of amphibians commonly used for laboratory research, as well as...
