
Laboratory Animal Resources
Mission
Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR) provides for the care and well-being of vertebrate
animals used in research, training, and education by supporting the animal-related
needs of researchers, educators and students while complying with the highest standards
of care described by the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory
Animal Care International (AAALAC) and state and federal regulations.
Working with Animals
If you are planning to work with animals, the following is needed:
- Successful completion of online training (see "Online Training" below)
- Completion and review of the health questionnaire form (see "Occupational Health and Safety Program - Health Questionnaire" below)
See the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) policy, Requirements for Working with Animals, for more details.
Online Training
For access to CITI Program online training, go to http://www.citiprogram.org. Required course are listed in Requirements for Working with Animals.
Occupational Health and Safety Program
Health Questionnaire for faculty, staff, and students intending on working with animals.
Note: BEFORE FILLING OUT YOUR HEALTH SCREENING FORM, have your Tetanus and Hepatitis B immunization records handy including the date of your last Tetanus immunization and the date you completed your Hepatitis B immunization series.Visiting Animals for Education, Demonstration or Training
Ordering Animals
REPORTING AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY
If you have an accident or get injured, get medical help if needed. Report your injury/illness to your supervisor, and complete a form CS-13, Report of Accident or Injury.
Contact Us
- Laboratory Animal Resources
P: (607) 777-3836
F: (607) 777-5454 - Mail Stop
PO Box 6000
Binghamton, NY 13902-6000 - Courier Service
4400 Vestal Pkwy E
Vestal, NY 13850