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AAALAC International Standards and Accreditation Process
Montip Gettayacamin1, Leslie Retnam2
1AAALAC International, 5205 Chairman's Court, Suite 300, Frederick, MD, USA.
Toxicological Research
|July 27, 2017
Summary
AAALAC International promotes high-quality animal care and welfare in scientific research through a voluntary accreditation program. This accreditation signifies adherence to rigorous standards for animals used in research, teaching, and testing globally.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Science
- Animal Welfare
- Research Ethics
Background:
- AAALAC International is a nonprofit organization.
- It promotes humane treatment of animals in science via a voluntary accreditation program.
- Accreditation is a global symbol of high-quality animal care and use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the AAALAC International accreditation program.
- To highlight its role in promoting animal welfare in research.
- To outline the scope and global reach of the accreditation.
Main Methods:
- The AAALAC International Council on Accreditation conducts evaluations.
- A confidential, peer-review process is employed.
- Site visitors assess compliance with legislation, institutional policies, and primary standards.
Main Results:
- Over 990 institutions in 42 countries have earned accreditation.
- The program covers animals used in research, teaching, and testing.
- Accreditation is recognized worldwide.
Conclusions:
- AAALAC International accreditation is a benchmark for animal care and use in science.
- The program ensures adherence to established guidelines and regulations.
- It fosters a global commitment to animal welfare in research settings.
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