We assist with initial setup to ensure compliance and efficiency, including selection of cages, equipment, and storage solutions aligned with husbandry needs, HVAC requirements, wastewater and environmental regulations, cost, and cleaning considerations.

Our team supports the creation of programs consistent with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, providing hands-on implementation for ABSL-1 and ABSL-2 facilities.

We provide guidance for the initial setup and ongoing implementation of IACUC oversight, including development of ACF safety manuals, disaster plans, and tailored program documentation.

We design and deliver initial and annual ACF training programs covering procedures, policies, worker safety, and disaster plan preparedness.

Our consultants review husbandry techniques and provide recommendations to promote worker safety. We develop policies, procedures, and documentation, and liaise with veterinarians when needed.

We help create SOPs for cleaning and facility maintenance, including policies, procedures, recordkeeping, and documentation to ensure consistent operations.

We offer customizable documentation packages that include IACUC forms, ACF operations logs, and SOPs covering controlled substances, isoflurane, ABSL-2 agents, and vendor animal receipt.

Our experts review your ACF program in preparation for IACUC meetings and audits, ensuring staff are supported with resources, training, and documentation for biosafety, chemical safety, and other regulatory requirements.