Legislation Flashcards
What does ASPA outline?
Defines what types of use can be allowed, what benefits can be justified, sets limits on harms and that no unnecessary distress is caused
What are protected animals under ASPA, and at what stage?
All living vertebrates and cephalopods.
Mammals are protected once they have developed beyond two thirds of their gestation
Birds are protected after two thirds of their incubation period in the egg
Cephalopods are protected beyond larval + paralarval stages
What is considered the threshold for regulation of a procedure?
If the level of pain, suffering, distress or lasting harm is equivalent to, or higher than, that caused by inserting a hypodermic needle according to good veterinary practice.
What is the role of the Animals in Science Regulation Unit (ASRU)?
Part of the home office that is responsible for the enforcement of ASPA
What details are listed on a project licence (2 points)?
Explains why animals are required, what alternatives have been considered and why they are not suitable.
Requires a description of the humane endpoints that will be used.
What do the different anaesthesia protocol codes stand for (AA, AB, AC, AD)?
AA - no anaesthesia used for the technique
AB - anaesthesia used for part of the technique
AC - anaesthesia used for the entire technique (animal not permitted to recover)
AD - neuromuscular blockers are used
What are the personal requirements for schedule 1 killing?
Do not need a PIL, but must be competent and undergo specific training.
However, a PIL and PPL authorisation is required if the animal undergoes any regulated procedure before it is killed by a schedule 1 method.
What is the NCO/NPRC?
Named compliance officer/named person responsible for compliance. Responsible for all aspects of compliance with the law
How is severity assessed?
Severity is not cumulative, and is assessed by identifying the highest level of severity experienced (not an average over the lifespan of the animal)
What is the NACWO?
Named animal care and welfare officer. Responsible for day-to-day care and welfare of the animals, regardless of if they are undergoing regulated procedures.
What are some responsibilities of an establishment licence holder?
Meeting standards of animal care, ensuring adequate staffing, ensuring prevention of unauthorised procedures, nominating named persons, maintaining an AWERB to advise them on various aspects of animal use in the establishment.
What is the NVS?
Named veterinary surgeon. Provides expert advice on the health and welfare of animals in an establishment.
What is the NIO?
Named information officer. Responsible for ensuring everyone has access to current information on the species, procedures and areas of research.
What is the NTCO?
Named training and competence officer. Responsible for ensuring that everyone receives necessary training and
What are POLES?
Places other than licenced establishments. Some work may take place elsewhere (e.g. fieldwork). Must contact the home office and obtain permission (from the landowner in this case).
