DLAR POL-09 Visitor Policy

TITLE: Visitor Policy

Policy # POL-09 Rev.1

Purpose

To protect research integrity, staff and visitor health, and animal welfare when visitors enter DLAR facilities.

Scope

Applies to all visitors, vendors, maintenance staff, inspectors, and tour groups entering DLAR facilities.

Policy

1. Definition: Visitors not directly associated with the University’s research programs may not enter DLAR facilities without prior approval from the DLAR Director, Facility or Animal Care Managers.

• Approved University-affiliated visitors include:
  • Participants on an approved IACUC protocol
  • Tradesmen performing maintenance
  • Animal or Related Industry vendors
  • Accrediting/licensing representatives (e.g., AAALAC, USDA, NYSDOH)
  • Students from a contracted internship/externship program or Stony Brook University
• All other visitors must check in at the front office and wear a visitor badge for identification.
• Facility tours for non-University personnel require prior approval from the DLAR Director and must be escorted by the Director or a designated representative.

2.  Responsibilities

• Visitors – Comply with sign-in, badge, and escort requirements. Comply with university policies and procedures.
• DLAR Staff – Ensure visitors follow safety and biosecurity policies.
• DLAR Director/Designee – Authorize visits and accompany tours.

3.  References

• Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Policies
• AAALAC, USDA, NYSDOH Standards