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The Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW) ensures the humane care and use of animals in PHS-supported research, testing, and training by providing guidance and interpretation of the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, supporting educational programs, and monitoring compliance with the policy.
Laws and Regulations
The Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare ensures the humane care and use of animals in PHS-supported research, testing, and training by providing guidance and interpretation of the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, supporting educational programs, and monitoring compliance with the policy.
Welfare and Compliance Topics
Read more here about animal welfare topics and how to stay compliant with the PHS Policy.
Animal Welfare Assurance
Read more about Animal Welfare Assurances.
Reporting Noncompliance
Find resources on reporting serious or continuing noncompliance with the PHS Policy, serious deviations from the provisions of the Guide, and suspensions of animal activities. Here you can find examples of reportable situations, situations where reporting is not normally required, the time frame for reporting, information to be reported, and more.
Animal Welfare Training and Education
OLAW endeavors to provide relevant training and educational opportunities in animal care use, animal welfare, and compliance with the PHS policy. These may include prerecorded offerings, live webinars, and other events.
About Us
We provide guidance and interpretation of the Public Health Service (PHS) Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, supports educational programs, and monitors compliance with the Policy by Assured institutions and PHS funding components to ensure the humane care and use of animals in PHS-supported research, testing, and training.