Animal Activities License Overview

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What does AAL stand for?

Animal Activities License

Which 2018 law relates to AAL?

Licensing of Activities involving Animals, 2018

List 4 things that must be/have done to get a zoo license (requirements).

sharing conservation information
be suitable for the types of animals you're keeping (correct)
do as much as possible to stop any animals escaping
captive animal breeding
help educate people about biodiversity (correct)
conservation research or training
stop pests and vermin getting into the zoo (correct)
helping repopulate or reintroduce species into the wild
have a high standard of animal care (correct)

What must businesses such as zoo's do to ensure the safety of staff and public?

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What must a zoo holding any primate, carnivore, elephant, or hoofed mammal, listed in category 1 of Appendix 12 have?

Have live and working guns of relevant caliber as well as licensed trained staff always on site. Signup and view all the answers

What must zoo's comply with when transporting animals?

the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna CITES (A), the Welfare of Animals (Transport) (England) Order 2006 (B), the Guidelines on Transport and the Regulations of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which act regulating animal sales was replaced by the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals, 2018) Regulations?

Pet Animals Act, 1951 Signup and view all the answers

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AAL

Animal Activities License, issued under the Licensing of Activities involving Animals, 2018.

Zoo License Requirements

To obtain a zoo license, you must meet several requirements including: educating about biodiversity, providing suitable habitats, maintaining high animal care standards, preventing escapes, and controlling pests. You must also choose at least one from: conservation research, conservation information sharing, captive breeding, or repopulation/reintroduction efforts.

Safety Measures in Zoos

Zoos must conduct risk assessments to prioritize the safety of staff and the public.

Zoo Security for High-Risk Animals

Zoos holding dangerous animals (listed in Appendix 12 Category 1) like primates, carnivores, elephants, or hoofed mammals are mandated to have live and working firearms of appropriate caliber and licensed, trained personnel on-site at all times.

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Animal Transport Regulations

Zoos must adhere to multiple regulations when transporting animals, including the Welfare of Animals (Transport) (England) Order 2006, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna), and IATA (International Air Transport Association) guidelines.

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Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals) Act

The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals) Act of 2018 replaced the outdated Pet Animals Act of 1951 and now governs the licensing of activities involving animals, including those involving zoos.

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Study Notes

AAL (Animal Activities License)

AAL stands for Animal Activities License
The 2018 law related to AAL is Licensing of Activities involving Animals, 2018

Zoo Licensing Requirements

Educate people about biodiversity
Provide appropriate environment for animals
Maintain high standards of animal care
Prevent animal escapes
Prevent pests and vermin from entering the zoo
Conduct conservation research or training
Share conservation information
Practice captive animal breeding
Help repopulate/reintroduce species

Zoo Safety

Risk assessments are necessary to ensure staff & public safety
Zoos containing primates, carnivores, elephants, or hoofed mammals in Appendix 12 Category 1 must have licensed, trained staff and working, appropriate caliber guns.

Animal Transport

Zoos must comply with the Welfare of Animals (Transport) (England) Order 2006
Zoos must comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna (CITES)
Zoos must comply with Guidelines on Transport and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Regulations

Animal Sales Act

The Pet Animals Act, 1951 was replaced by the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals, 2018) Regulations.

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This quiz covers the Animal Activities License (AAL) and its significance in maintaining standards for zoos and animal care. It highlights legal requirements, safety measures, and regulations regarding animal transport. Test your understanding of how zoos comply with biodiversity conservation and animal welfare laws.