ACMATE501 Manage compliance in animal technology

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to practise and promote animal welfare and ethical standards to others in animal technology workplaces and liaise with and report to the organisation's Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) according to requirements.

This unit applies to individuals who ensure that work practices, documentation and attitudes meet legislative, regulatory and workplace standards.

All work practices must be undertaken in accordance with legislative requirements, the current Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (the Code), the organisation's standard operating procedures, and protocols, policies and procedures approved by the organisation's Animal Ethics Committee (AEC). Users are advised to check legislative requirements for their jurisdiction.