Unit One Exam: Ch 1-4 Flashcards
Who submits the Animal Welfare Assurance of Compliance that the animal research program meets all relevant regulations and standards?
Institutional official
Which of the following is NOT one of the AALAS Technician Certification levels?
A- registered veterinary technician (RVT)
B- assistant laboratory animal technician (ALAT)
C- laboratory animal technician (LAT)
D- laboratory animal technologist (LATG)
A- registered veterinary technician (RVT)
Which is NOT a required skill for ALATs? A- feeding animals B- changing animal bedding C- determining the sex of animals D- diagnosing diseases in animals
D- diagnosing diseases in animals
Which of the following provides the most valuable information about the research animals’ health and environment?
A- accurate, up-to-date records
B- a well composed protocol
C- the laboratory animal science mission statement
D- standard operating procedures
A- accurate, up-to-date records
What helps to ensure that the data collected are not influenced by factors related to animal management?
Consistency
Which of the following warm-blooded vertebrates are NOT regulated by the Animal Welfare Act? A- guinea pigs B- wild mice C- purpose-bred rats D- rabbits
C- purpose-bred rats
What nonprofit organization accredits laboratory animal research programs?
Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International
What Guidelines must an animal facility follow when research animals are euthanized at the end of a study?
AVMA Guidelines on Euthanasia
Beyond food, water, shelter, and healthcare requirements, to comply with the Animal Welfare Act, what must be provided to dogs ins a laboratory animal research facility?
Opportunities for exercise
To whom is the Animal Welfare Assurance of Compliance Statement submitted?
Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare
Which is NOT a requirement of the Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations that a laboratory animal research facility housing covered species must meet?
A- registration with the United States Department of Agriculture
B- providing training for all animal technicians and other animal users
C- considering alternatives to experiments likely to cause pain and distress
D- participation in AAALAC’s Assessment and Accreditation programs
D- participation in AAALAC’s Assessment and Accreditation programs
What does the acronym “SOP” stand for?
Standard operating procedure
What are the 3 Rs?
Replacement, refinement, reduction
Who administers the Animal Welfare Regulations?
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
How often must an IACUC perform inspections of the facility?
Every 6 months
Who has the authority to sign the PHS Assurance?
The institutional official
Who reviews all animal use protocols at the institution before studies using animals can begin?
IACUC
How often does the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) inspect the animal research facility?
At least once a year
Which regulations apply to animal and non-animal research and safety studies funded or reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency?
Good Laboratory Practices
What is the role of a Quality Assurance unit?
To ensure compliance with the GLPs
Which type of SOP addresses procedures specific to each study?
Procedural
The appropriate use of analgesics in postsurgical animals applies which principles of the 3 Rs?
Refinement
Records of USDA inspections are available to the public under a provision of which federal laws?
Freedom of information act
Which statement is TRUE regarding the facility’s disaster plan?
A- disaster plans should be registered with the USDA annually
B- hallways and other walkways should be kept clear and feee of equipment in case of an emergency
C- the complete disaster plan should be posted at each entrance of the facility
D- parts of the disaster plan should be made available to the public through the Freedom of Information Act
B- hallways and other walkways should be kept clear and free of equipment in case of an emergency
Which is NOT a good way to prevent security breaches?
A- don’t let anyone come in behind you at a secure entrance to the animal facility
B- ask anyone you see in the animal facility why they are there
C- never prop open outside doors
D- do not allow anyone to borrow your key card or keys
B- ask anyone you see in the animal facility why they are there
Which situation would NOT be necessary to report to your supervisor?
A- someone you don’t recognize loitering around the facility entrance
B- overgrown shrubbery around an outside entrance where someone could hide
C- someone taking a picture of an animal with a cell phone
D- a new employee working in another project asking about your work
D- a new employee working on another project asking about your work
Which document contains information regarding potential disasters, evacuation, and emergency contacts?
Disaster plan
Who develops the disaster plan?
Senior management and safety officials
What is the best way to measure the effectiveness of an institution-wide emergency system?
Periodic disaster drills
Which of these involves the development of methods for uniquely recognizing humans based upon physical features? A- gnotobiotics B- biometrics C- biochemistry D- surveillance
B- biometrics
What is the best defense against security breaches?
Employees who are aware of their surroundings
Which of the following facilities would generally have the lowest risk of being targeted by animal rights activists?
A- facilities housing nonhuman primates
B- facilities housing dogs and cats
C- facilities where stem cell research is conducted
D- facilities housing fish and amphibians
D- facilities housing fish and amphibians
If you are present in the facility when a major disaster or accident occurs, what should be your first priority?
Protecting human life
Where should the contact list be posted?
In common areas that have heavy traffic
Why is it especially important that a background check is done for potential new employees of an animal research facility?
To avoid hiring anyone opposed to the use of animals in research
What information does a disaster plan contain?
The steps for disaster preparedness and response
In a disaster situation, when should the animals be evacuated?
When doing so does not jeopardize the safety of staff
What is the value of conducting a post-incident discussion?
To identify ways to improve emergency procedures
What should be the first step if a technician is bitten by an animal in the animal facility?
The wound should be scrubbed and held under running water for 15 minutes
Which federal agency enforces rules or standards related to workplace safety?
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
Above what level is noise considered a hazard to your hearing?
85 decibels
What does an eye wash station use to clean the eye?
Clean water under low pressure
What is radioactivity?
The release of energy rays
Which type of hazard causes musculoskeletal injuries?
Ergonomic
What is the term for a disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans?
Zoonosis
What is the top priority when an accident results in an injury?
First aid
Which of these provide information on the toxicity of chemicals? A- material safety data sheets (MSDS) B- health screening results C- standard operating procedures (SOP) D- disaster checklists
A- material safety data sheets (MSDS)
Whose standards specifically address the storage and handling of radioactive material in the facility?
Nuclear regulatory commission (NRC)
Which aspect of the annual health screen is especially important for animal care staff working with primates?
Tuberculin skin test
What type of injury can be prevented by taking frequent short breaks to rest and stretch the body?
Repetitive motion
