The University of Georgia regards the use of animals in research and instruction to be an integral component of continued progress in science, medicine, education, and agriculture. Federal laws and guidelines, as well as our own ethical obligations, require us to ensure that all personnel working with animals are appropriately qualified and trained.
In order to meet these obligations, the following mandatory courses/forms are required prior to approval of all Animal Use Protocols.
New Personnel
| Course | Link | Expiration |
|---|---|---|
| UGA IACUC 101 | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | 3 years |
| Staying Healthy | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | None * |
| Occupational Health Questionnaire | Information regarding the Research Occupational Health Program via Occupational Health and Safety Program | 3 years, Recommend yearly updates |
| Facility-Specific Orientation | Prior to gaining access to the facility | |
| Sharps Training | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | 3 years |
| LAT: 13: Aseptic Technique and Surgical Support and Anesthesia | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | 3 years |
Continuing Personnel
| Course | Link | Expiration |
|---|---|---|
| Continued Education (1 hour) ** | AALAS Learning Library via PEP or other outside training | Documentation required every 3 years |
| Facility-Specific Orientation | Only if inactive for >1 year | |
| UGA IACUC 101 | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | 3 years |
| Staying Healthy | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | None * |
| Occupational Health Questionnaire | Information regarding the Research Occupational Health Program via Occupational Health and Safety Program | 3 years, Recommend yearly updates |
| Sharps Training | AALAS Learning Library via Professional Education Portal | 3 years |
| LAT: 13: Aseptic Technique and Surgical Support and Anesthesia | AALAS Learning Library via PEP or other outside training | 3 years |
Additional Opportunities
- LAT 13: Aseptic Technique and Surgical Support and Anesthesia on the AALAS Learning Library via PEP – this course will be mandatory for all persons included on an Animal Use Protocol that involves either rodent surgery or general anesthesia of rodents in July 2019. Individuals will only need to take this training module one time. This course is available now.
- A huge variety of other courses on the AALAS Learning Library via PEP covering all aspects of animal-based research
- Detailed descriptions for Common Technical Procedures for common laboratory animals.
- Interactive website to help in the design of animal experiments at www.3Rs-Reduction.co.uk
- Species-specific technique training by request
- Additional training on animal research regulations and guidelines or public outreach available by request
For additional information or to request training, please contact the Research Integrity and Safety Support Services at pep@uga.edu