Resources for Animal Usage
Animal usage is a key compenent of many research programs on campus. Work with animals may cause personnel to be exposed to hazards that could adversely affect their health and well-being. This page contains information and resources to provide personnel with knowledge about working with animals.
Publications and Forms
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Anesthetic Gas Usage Safety Precaution SOP, IACUC Policy — Safety precautions that should be used when personnel use gas anesthetics on animals.
Animal Activities Potential Hazard Factsheet (PDF) — For contractors, facilities personnel, or visitors to animal facilities.
Animal Hazard Assessment Form (PDF) — Identify the hazards involved with your animal work.
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Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins and Tetratogens (PDF) — Special OSHA requirements when using these materials.
Chemical Labeling, IACUC Policy (PDF)—Labeling of chemicals used in animal facilities.
- Chemical Labeling, ISU Policy (Publication)—Containers must be labeled to identify chemical contents.
- Chemical Safety, IACUC Policy (PDF)— Chemical safety procedures for usage in animal research.
Formaldehyde Awareness Booklet - Information about the properties of formaldehyde and its safe use.
Formaldehyde Factsheet - Quick guide about formaldehyde and how to protect from exposure.
Laboratory Animal Allergies (PDF)—Allergic reactions to animals and their dander is a common animal hazard.
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Research with Wild Rodents (PDF)—Fieldwork with wild rodents has additional hazards to consider.
- Sharps and Biohazardous Waste Procedure (PDF)—Describe proper sharps/biohazardous waste management procedures.
- Transfer and Disposition of Animals Utilized in Infectious Agent Research, IBC Policy (PDF) — Containment of animals experimentally exposed to infectious agents.
Links
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Electrical Safety—Be aware of electrical hazards in your work area.
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Ergonomic Hazards—Repetitive motion and lifting heavy load are examples of things that could cause injuries.
IACUC, Committee Policy— The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) policies guide the work performed with animals on campus and are developed to implement federal regulations.
IACUC, Guidance & Education— Resources for personnel writing an animal activities protocol.
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Immunocompromised or Pregnant—If you are immunocompromised or pregnant consult your physician
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Noise—Intense noise from animals (pigs, dogs) and equipment (cage washers) can lead to hearing loss.
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Personal Hygiene—Personal hygiene is important to protect yourself from zoonotic diseases while working with animals.
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SDS (Safety Data Sheet)—Information about chemical hazards.
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Sharps Safety—Improper use and disposal of sharps can cause injury.
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Zoonotic—Transmissible diseases:
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List of Diseases—List of zoonotic diseases.
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Diseases Listed by Animal—List of diseases sorted by animal.
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Q fever—Guidelines for prevention of Q fever in Lab Animal Resources facilities.
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