Protocol deviations
Protocol deviations are unanticipated or unintentional changes to a study that have occurred after it has received ethics clearance and can be minor or major in nature.
Deviations are to be reported using the Deviation Form located on the animal users MS teams site. If you do not have access to this MS team site, please contact the Office of Research Ethics.
- Major protocol deviations may impact the research protocol, AUP approval, integrity of research results, usually cannot be anticipated ahead of time, and may involve additional follow up actions to ensure the safety and welfare of the animals.
Incident reporting
Incidents that may have compromised the health or safety of an animal in an animal care facility or while conducting field work must be reported.
Incidents are to be reported using the Incident Reporting Form located on animal users MS teams site. If you do not have access to this MS team site, please contact the Office of Research Ethics.
When an incident has occurred that has compromised the health or safety of an animal this must be reported to the Animal Care Committee.