Animal Research Safety Animal Handler Health Surveillance (AHHS)
Program All personnel who handle animals in teaching or research
must participate in the AHHS program. Participation involves
completion of a Risk Assessment and History Form (RAHF) prior to
work with animals. A tetanus immunization is highly recommended
for all individuals with animal contact. Other immunizations and
screening as well as medical evaluation may be needed in some
cases. Please review the AHHS program for further information.
Health & Safety in Animal Research (key information and basic
safe work practices for animal research) Animals (Section 20 of
EHS Policies & Procedures Manual) Animal Handling Practices - Be
aware of the potential health and safety hazards associated with
working with animals. - Use appropriate engineering controls,
work practices and personal protective equipment to reduce or
eliminate hazards. Potential hazards may include: - Physical
hazards: animal bites/scratches/kicks, high noise, sharps, wet
flooring -