Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee

Regulatory Framework:

CPP’s IACUC adheres to established federal regulations and recognized best practices governing the humane care and use of animals:

• USDA Animal Welfare Act
• NIH Public Health Service Policy
• Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals

IACUC Membership

Cal Poly Pomona’s IACUC is composed of a diverse group of individuals. Membership includes:

• Veterinarians 
• Scientists 
• Non-scientist members 
• Unaffiliated community representatives 

The IACUC also collaborates with the following groups to maintain the safety and wellbeing of animals and researchers here at CPP:

• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
• Research Compliance 
• Veterinary Services 

IACUC Responsibilities:

• Review of Animal Use Protocols
• Inspection of Animal Use Facilities
• Evaluation of the Animal Care and Use Program
• Provision of Animal Use Training
• Address Animal Welfare Concern
• Authorized to suspend an activity involving animals