Details are also found in the Animal Care and Use Protocol and are posted on the door to the animal room. Protective measures are also posted on animal room doors when such agents are in use in the animal facilities. Individuals with a history of allergy should consult their physicians for advice prior to working with animals. Allergy symptoms such as skin, eye, or respiratory irritation that develop after animal exposure should prompt a consultation with a physician. The use of an anesthetic agent on animals must be approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.
Some anesthetics can be hazardous to the user.
Fumes must not be directed toward the operator. If you can smell the anesthetic, the exposure exceeds permissible limits. For additional information, see this website. Covering your skin prevents contact with disease organisms and allergens that could affect your health or the wellbeing of others. Accordingly, items such as shorts, halter tops, or open-toed shoes must not be worn in the animal facility.