Chpt 2 Animal Housing

Front 1

which of the 3 main parties that occupy the animal facility spends the most time there?

Back 1

animal technicians

Front 2

what is the overall goal when planning a facility

Back 2

should try to facilitate animal research and to minimize experimental variables whiles still providing for the physiological, social and behavioral requirements for all those that work and live in the building

Front 3

when choosing a location for the building, what relationship to other buildings do you want to acheive?

Back 3

keep public traffic to a minimum

Front 4

what 4 aspects should you look at when choosing a location for a facility

Back 4

location
services
how will it work
who is it for

Front 5

what special services is always required in an animal care facility

Back 5

emergency generator and security system

Front 6

List 6 guidelines that should be used when planning a facility to make it function well for many different species of animals

Back 6

1. must be designed to facilitate sanitation processes
2. materials and finishes used should be durable and resistant to water and chemicals
3. must be resistant to damage by equipment
4. must be appropriately sized sanitation equipment
5. good quality air at the appropriate temp and humidity must be available
6.must comply with local building codes

Front 7

what components of an animal facility shouold be kept at a cool, dry temperature and be vermin proof?

Back 7

food and bedding room

Front 8

explain the difference between live and dead storage

Back 8

live storage: storage for things that will be used right away
dead storage: things that can be used by wont be needed right away

Front 9

name the 8 functional components of an animal facility

Back 9

1. animal rooms
2. procedure rooms
3. corridors
4. cage wash area
5. animal reception and quarantine
6. food and bedding storage
7. live and dead storage
8.offices and work station