Regulations

Regulations and Standards

Regulation Update - January/February 2012
USDA Does Not Regulate Private Ownership of Exotic Animals, New AVMA Euthanasia Guidelines Expected Shortly, Fish and Wildlife Services Considers Listing Chimpanzees as Endangered Species, AWIC's Guide on Environmental Enrichment of Nonhuman Primates Updated, AVMA to Review Accreditation of Foreign Veterinary Schools, OLAW's Training Materials on Working with Animals Updated, APHIS to Amend List of Select Agents and Toxins
Why get certified? And is it important to renew?
Getting certified or re-certified might be a good career-related New Year’s resolution.
Regulation Update - November/December 2011
HHS Updates Conflict of Interest Regulations for PHS-Funded Research

Health and Safety

Screen Shots
Computers have revolutionized our lives. How many hours a day do you average sitting in front of one?
Disinfection Dilemma: Safe use of liquid sporicidal sterilants
A popular product of non-bleach disinfectants used for cleanrooms and biosafety cabinets is the class of liquid sporicidal disinfectants.
Since You Asked... AAALAC Site Visit Preparation
“What are some tips for AAALAC site visit preparation?”

Animal Transportation and Shipping

Load Capacity of Casters and Wheels
The ease with which carts, laboratory equipment, mobile tables, or animal cages are maneuvered in any application are dependent upon the casters affixed them. But are the casters suitable for the load carrying capacity of the equipment?
Cultural Differences in Shanghai
The world is becoming smaller. Here’s some advice on working in Shanghai.
International Transport of Laboratory Animals
Planning and executing a shipment of precious GEMS internationally can be an overwhelming experience.