Meetings

The IACUC meets every second Thursday at 3:00 p.m.

Inspections

Timetable

Inspections will occur approximately every six months

Posting Requirements

The PI must post on the wall or door of the lab:

• an emergency contact list of personnel familiar with the protocols
• LARC emergency contact list
• Reporting form on concerns of animal care and use
• Occupational Health and Safety Posting

Attendance

Each inspection must be attended by:

• Chair or chair-designee
• Attending vet and facility manager(s)

Inspection and Program Review Checklists
The semi-annual inspections will follow this checklist:

• Facilities Inspection

The semi-annual program review will follow this checklist

• Program Review

Study Area/Lab Area Inspection Schedule

The IACUC will inspect any laboratories (outside of the LARC) where animal work is being conducted. Those labs where animals are housed for more the 12 hours will be inspected for temperature, humidity, light cycle, and other factors. They are also subject to inspections by regulatory officials.

• Review the Study Area Requirements form for further UMKC policies and guidelines.