ACVS-Managed Facilities
Contact Us
For Animal Research Veterinary Emergencies519-661-2195
For ACVS-Managed Facility Emergencies
519-850-2468
For General Inquiries
acvs@uwo.ca
Safety
ACVS is dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe workspace for people and animals alike.
- Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available outside the main offices.
- Eyewash Stations - Contact the facility manager for specific locations.
- First Aid Kits - Contact the facility manager for specific locations.
- Fire Exits - Familiarize yourself with fire exits.
- UWO Medical Emergencies - Familiarize yourself with the information on the UWO Medical Emergencies Posters
- Due to allergy concerns, the facility is a PEANUT-FREE area with the exception of the lunch rooms.
offers a variety of courses and resources to staff members to ensure the safety of themselves and others.
Accident/Incident reporting
Be sure you are aware of the procedures for accident/incident reporting. You can pick up a form from any of our facility OH&S boards but you must report these to your supervisor.
Biosafety
Biosafety training is required for all animal users. Please ensure that you are up to date on the required training. N-95 respirators are encouraged to help prevent allergies & are required for some specialized areas. Please contact your supervisor or OH&S to arrange a personalized fitting.
For more information, visit the main OH&S website, or check out their courses, at
Hazard Agents Notification Requirement
3 business days prior to using any hazardous agents in the animal-care controlled facilities, you must complete the Hazardous Agents Notification Form. You will be contacted by ACVS receiving either a confirmation to go ahead as planned or receive further instructions
Public Health Agency of Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada (the Agency) is the national authority on biosafety and biosecurity for human pathogens and toxins. For many years, one important tool used by the Agency’s Pathogen Regulation Directorate (PRD) is the Laboratory Safety Guidelines.
You should become familiar with this information if working in one of the animal labs:
Ergonomics
The ergonomics website was designed to help 深夜福利站’s employees modify their own work areas with the goal of improved safety, comfort and efficiency. To achieve this, practical ergonomics information is provided including ergo tips, general exercises and step-by-step assistance with office workstation set-up. Employees are invited to review the website and call us with questions or request a free ergonomics consultation.
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