Course "Organizing and Operating Activities in a Laboratory Animal Facility"

The most relevant aspects of the general functioning of laboratory animal facilities are covered with particular attention to new technological developments, scientific needs of research and management concepts.

The course aim to enhance participants' knowledge and to improve their skills on everyday activities through theoretical and practical examples applicable to a modern laboratory animal facility in all its aspects.

The training environment fosters the interaction between speakers and attendees who are encouraged to share information and practical experience.

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If you want to know more about our courses contact General Secretary at: secretary@fondazioneguidobernardini.org

Course details:

From:	04/03/2015
To:	06/03/2015
Location:	Italy
Duration:	3 days
Registration fee:	650 euro + 22% VAT
Registration includes:	- Participation in the scientific program - Coffee breaks - Meals during the meeting - Welcome dinner - Training supplementary material The course will only run if we have reached the minimum number of participants within 4 weeks of the course commencement. After registering, you'll receive an Order Acknowledgement confirming your registration. Payment of the fee is due before course commencement. The invoice will be provided after full payment has been received and in any case by February, 13. No refund will be given for cancellation received after invoice raising.
CPD Credits:	This course awards 18 CPD credits by IAT, 45 CPD credits by the Society of Biology and 2.5 day continuing education by Swiss Veterinary Association.
Recipients:	Facility and unit managers and supervisors, manager assistants, persons responsible for overseeing the welfare and care of animals, designated and assistant veterinarians, senior animal technologists, quality assurance managers.
Contents:	Layouts, functional areas, equipment, and workflows; Bio-containment and bio-exclusion: definitions and technical solutions; Main procedures in “clean” and “dirty” areas; Washing and decontamination; Health monitoring programmes; Colony management; Staff training and management: duty assignment and working scheduling, per diem calculation and attribution.
Language:	English
Materials:	SYLLABUS
Hotel:	We can help you to organize accommodation close to the venue, please feel free to contact us. Please be aware that the Milan EXPO Exhibition occurring at the same dates, rooms are limited and we recommend that you book your hotel as soon as possible The hotels are about 1 hour (64 km) from Milan-Malpensa airport; the expected taxi fare is 90 Euros and about 20 minutes (13 km) from Milan-Linate airport; the expected taxi fare is about 25 Euros.

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Course "Organizing and Operating Activities in a Laboratory Animal Facility"

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