50 Questions
What is the main purpose of the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care, International (AAALAC International)?
To promote the humane treatment of animals in science
Which organization uses voluntary accreditation and assessment programs to encourage high standards of animal care and well-being?
Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care, International (AAALAC International)
What is the primary focus of most animal laws mentioned in the text?
Prevention of cruel treatment
What do several states, cities, and towns regulate regarding animals used in research?
Regulate the release of impounded animals for research and adoption of retired research animals
In how many countries are AAALAC-accredited institutions present worldwide?
Over 47 countries
What is the main focus of the Animal Welfare Regulations described in the text?
Mandatory minimal care standards for certain animals
Which animals are specifically mentioned as being covered by the mandatory minimal care standards in the regulations?
Dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and nonhuman primates
What animals are exempt from the Animal Welfare Regulations mentioned in the text?
Retail pet stores selling animals to a research facility or wholesale dealer
What was the primary intention behind the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of 1966?
Protecting owners of dogs and cats from theft
Which of the following animals are not covered by the Animal Welfare Regulations according to the text?
Birds bred for research, teaching, or testing
What is the minimum number of members required for an IACUC as per PHS Policy Requirements?
Five members
According to the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, which of the following is NOT a major component of the animal care and use program?
Research funding
How often must an IACUC conduct a de novo review of animal use protocols?
Once every 3 years
Which type of individual must be included as part of the minimum IACUC membership according to PHS Policy Requirements?
Bioethicist
What must institutions provide to OLAW on an annual basis?
Annual updates to their Animal Welfare Assurance document
What was the main purpose of the 1970 Amendment to the Animal Welfare Act (AWA)?
To regulate the use of warm-blooded laboratory animal species
What was the significant change brought about by the 1976 Amendment (PL 94-279) to the Animal Welfare Act?
Prohibited most animal fighting activities
What type of facilities were required to file an annual report under the Animal Welfare Act?
Facilities receiving federal funding or purchasing animals transported across state lines
Which category of animals was specifically excluded from regulations by the 1976 Amendment?
Rats & mice bred for use in research
What was the scope of the standards of care extended under the 1970 Amendment to the Animal Welfare Act?
Entire time animals are present in a research facility
What is the primary responsibility of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)?
Reviewing and approving all proposed activities (protocols)
Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for surgical (survival) procedures involving live vertebrate animals?
Use of aseptic technique
What does the IACUC's formal program of veterinary care include?
Consultation with a veterinarian for any procedure causing pain to animals
What must protocols for research, teaching, and product testing provide according to the AWA?
Assurance that animal discomfort, pain, or distress will be avoided or minimized
What is the minimum requirement for the composition of an IACUC according to the AWA?
Minimum of three members including a DVM/VMD and a public member not affiliated with the institution
What is the purpose of the 21st Century Cures Act (PL 114–255)?
To reduce unnecessary and overlapping policies that hinder animal research
What is the main goal of the Chimpanzee Health Improvement, Maintenance, and Protection Act (CHIMP Act)?
To create a retirement system for chimpanzees used in medical research
What is the role of the Animal Welfare Information Center (AWIC) mandated by the 1985 AWA amendment?
To provide information on improved animal care and use in research
What did the Chimp Haven is Home Act (PL 110–170) accomplish?
It repealed the portion of the original law allowing further use of chimpanzees in research
What do Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLP) primarily address and define standards for?
Laboratories engaged in product safety testing for human and veterinary applications
What is the purpose of unannounced compliance inspections performed by a USDA veterinary medical officer?
To assess facilities, husbandry practices, programs of veterinary care, records, and animal handling procedures
Which animals are covered under the mandatory minimal animal care standards?
Dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, nonhuman primates, and marine mammals
What triggers a visit 'for cause' by the USDA veterinary medical officer?
Reports to the USDA of a suspected violation
What is the purpose of the Animal Care Policies issued by the USDA?
To further clarify the intent of the AWA and maintain consistency in application of regulations
For how long must medical records be held after an animal's disposition or euthanasia/death?
At least one year
What is described in the Animal Welfare Regulations (AWR)?
Enforceable standards for humane handling of animals, care, identification, recordkeeping, treatment, and transportation
What is the legislative mandate for the PHS Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals?
The Health Research Extension Act of 1985
Which of the following is NOT addressed in the mandatory minimal animal care standards?
Shelter from extremes of weather
What is the purpose of the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (PHS Policy)?
To establish standards for humane care and use of laboratory animals
What is the role of USDA veterinary medical officer in relation to retail pet stores?
To perform unannounced compliance inspections if they sell animals to research facility or wholesale dealer
What is the primary role of the IACUC in a research facility?
Approving all proposed activities involving animal use
What is the minimum composition requirement for an IACUC according to Public Health Service (PHS) Policy Requirements?
At least five members including a veterinarian and a public member not affiliated with the institution
What is the responsibility of the Institutional Official in a research facility?
Ensuring that the care and use of animals comply with regulations and standards
What is the minimum number of members required for an IACUC as per PHS Policy Requirements?
Five members
What is the purpose of the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (PHS Policy)?
To establish minimum standards for the care and use of animals in research, testing, or education
Which organization publishes the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals?
Institute for Laboratory Animal Research (ILAR)
What is the primary purpose of AAALAC accreditation?
To encourage high standards of animal care and well-being
How often do site visits for AAALAC accreditation occur?
Once every 3 years
What does the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) primarily evaluate?
Animal care and use program
Who performs the site visits for AAALAC accreditation?
Council members and consultants
Test your knowledge about the major changes brought by the 1985 Amendment (PL 99‐198) to the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), including the establishment of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and the requirements for surgical procedures, mandatory training, exercise programs for animals, and standards for promoting psychological well‐being of nonhuman primates.
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