ALAT EXAM 2024 QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS 100% ACCURATE!!
Name three types of institutions where an ALAT could work - ANSWER public health organizations,
research and teaching institutions, pharmaceutical and biological product companies
List the three levels of AALAS Technician Certification - ANSWER Assistant Laboratory Animal
Technician, Laboratory Animal Technician, Laboratory Animal Technologist
Other than the ALAT Manual, name the publications you must read and study to prepare for the
exam - ANSWER The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
What organization was formed in 1950 by Dr. Nathan Brewer and other veterinarians? - ANSWER
Animal Care Panel
In 1967, the Animal Care Panel (ACP) changed its name to this - ANSWER American Association for
Laboratory Animal Science
List the two journals that are published by AALAS - ANSWER JAALAS ( Journal of the American
Association for Laboratory Animal Science) Comparative Medicine
How do laboratory animal and research professional who are members of AALAS view the use of
animals in research? - ANSWER As a privilege
What are two ways in which groups who oppose using animals in research express their opinions? -
ANSWER distribute pamphlets, lead protest demonstrations
List five duties that are typically assigned to ALATs - ANSWER cage cleaning, feed and watering,
environmental and animal monitoring, record maintenance, room sanitation, public area
maintenance, special assignments
Role of PI - ANSWER Plans and coordinates all phases of the research work and prepares the
protocol
,Role of Research Tech - ANSWER Performs research tasks required by the protocol and analyzes the
data
Role of Lab Animal Vet - ANSWER Coordinates animal care and advises investigators on proper
animal use
The appropriate use of analgesics in postsurgical animals would apply to which of the 3 Rs principles?
- ANSWER Refinement
According to the Guide and PHS Policy, what document must institutions comply with when animals
are euthanized? - ANSWER AVMA Guidelines for Euthanasia
List two common alternatives to using animals for research studies - ANSWER Cell cultures,
mathematical models
Beyond food, water, shelter, and healthcare requirements, the AWA and AWRs require that dogs
have the opportunity for ______ and NHPS have ______ enrichment - ANSWER exercise;
psychological
List three differences between the PHS Policy and the Animal Welfare act - ANSWER PHS policy
covers all vertebrates used in research, PHS policy has some administrative differences in its IACUC
requirements, PHS policy requires an Occ Health and Safety program
Function of the IACUC - ANSWER An institutional body that oversees and evaluates an animal care
and use program
Function of Quality Assurance Unit - ANSWER An institution unit that ensures compliance with the
GLP
Function of Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service - ANSWER The body that administers and
enforces the Animal Welfare Regulations
Function of Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
International - ANSWER A nonprofit organization that accredits laboratory animal research programs
Function of Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare - ANSWER The body that administers and enforces
the PHS policy
,Using 100 mice in a research study instead of 150 would be an example of which of the 3 Rs? -
ANSWER Reduction
Some institutions may have to comply with PHS Policy but not animal welfare act. What are the
factors that help determine which regulations are relevant to a particular research study - ANSWER
The species of animals used the funding sources
Purpose of disaster plan - ANSWER Provides steps for disaster preparedness and response
Purpose of emergency contact list - ANSWER Identifies whom to call if an emergency occurs
Purpose of disaster drill - ANSWER Measures the effectiveness of institution-wide emergency
systems
Purpose of post-incident discussion - ANSWER Identifies ways to improve the disaster plan and
emergency procedures
Purpose of security plan - ANSWER Describes ways to prevent and address security breaches
List two ways to maintain security when visitors come to the facility - ANSWER Don't admit anyone
unless authorized; contact supervisor if someone approaches you and tell them immediately
List three steps to prevent security breaches - ANSWER never prop open any doors leading to the
outside; do not let people "piggyback"; display badge; don't let anyone borrow your badge
What type of device identifies individuals using distinct characteristics such as fingerprints or eye
structure - ANSWER Biometric scanners
If you are present in the facility when a major disaster or accident occurs, your actions will be very
important. What should be your first priority? - ANSWER Protect human life by calling out to others
and evacuating if necessary, call the appropriate first responders, call your supervisor or other senior
staff
, What document should be posted throughout the facility, and is consulted and used when there is an
emergency - ANSWER Contact list
List four questions you should be ready to answer when you report a disaster or incident at your
facility - ANSWER Where did the incident occur; which areas are affected; is there a power loss; is
everybody accounted for
Role of Lab Animal Tech - ANSWER Performs many animal care functions and monitors
environmental factors
Purpose of Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals - ANSWER Primary source of the
standards and guidelines for laboratory animal care and use in the US
Purpose of Animal use protocol - ANSWER A document written by the PI and approved by that
IACUC that describes and justifies the use of animals for a project
Purpose of PHS policy - ANSWER Federal mandate that covers all live vertebrates used or intended
for use in research, research training, experimentation, biological testing, or for related purposes
Purpose of good laboratory practices - ANSWER Regulations developed by the FDA and the EPA to
validate and document the process of safety testing
Purpose of standard operating procedure - ANSWER Written instructions approved by management
and used to perform a routine activity
According to the Animal Welfare Act, list the three types of members who must sit on the IACUC -
ANSWER the chair, a vet, a non-affiliated member
List five components of an animal care and use program for which the Guide describes standards -
ANSWER personnel qualifications and training, occupational health and safety, vet care, animal
environment, animal procurement and transportation, surgical and post surgical care alleviation of
pain and distress, euthanasia, physical plant design and construction
Which of the following animals used in laboratory animal research would be covered by the Animal
Welfare Act - ANSWER Guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, ferrets, wild mice, horses, gerbils, goats,
sheep
ANSWERS 100% ACCURATE!!
Name three types of institutions where an ALAT could work - ANSWER public health organizations,
research and teaching institutions, pharmaceutical and biological product companies
List the three levels of AALAS Technician Certification - ANSWER Assistant Laboratory Animal
Technician, Laboratory Animal Technician, Laboratory Animal Technologist
Other than the ALAT Manual, name the publications you must read and study to prepare for the
exam - ANSWER The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
What organization was formed in 1950 by Dr. Nathan Brewer and other veterinarians? - ANSWER
Animal Care Panel
In 1967, the Animal Care Panel (ACP) changed its name to this - ANSWER American Association for
Laboratory Animal Science
List the two journals that are published by AALAS - ANSWER JAALAS ( Journal of the American
Association for Laboratory Animal Science) Comparative Medicine
How do laboratory animal and research professional who are members of AALAS view the use of
animals in research? - ANSWER As a privilege
What are two ways in which groups who oppose using animals in research express their opinions? -
ANSWER distribute pamphlets, lead protest demonstrations
List five duties that are typically assigned to ALATs - ANSWER cage cleaning, feed and watering,
environmental and animal monitoring, record maintenance, room sanitation, public area
maintenance, special assignments
Role of PI - ANSWER Plans and coordinates all phases of the research work and prepares the
protocol
,Role of Research Tech - ANSWER Performs research tasks required by the protocol and analyzes the
data
Role of Lab Animal Vet - ANSWER Coordinates animal care and advises investigators on proper
animal use
The appropriate use of analgesics in postsurgical animals would apply to which of the 3 Rs principles?
- ANSWER Refinement
According to the Guide and PHS Policy, what document must institutions comply with when animals
are euthanized? - ANSWER AVMA Guidelines for Euthanasia
List two common alternatives to using animals for research studies - ANSWER Cell cultures,
mathematical models
Beyond food, water, shelter, and healthcare requirements, the AWA and AWRs require that dogs
have the opportunity for ______ and NHPS have ______ enrichment - ANSWER exercise;
psychological
List three differences between the PHS Policy and the Animal Welfare act - ANSWER PHS policy
covers all vertebrates used in research, PHS policy has some administrative differences in its IACUC
requirements, PHS policy requires an Occ Health and Safety program
Function of the IACUC - ANSWER An institutional body that oversees and evaluates an animal care
and use program
Function of Quality Assurance Unit - ANSWER An institution unit that ensures compliance with the
GLP
Function of Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service - ANSWER The body that administers and
enforces the Animal Welfare Regulations
Function of Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
International - ANSWER A nonprofit organization that accredits laboratory animal research programs
Function of Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare - ANSWER The body that administers and enforces
the PHS policy
,Using 100 mice in a research study instead of 150 would be an example of which of the 3 Rs? -
ANSWER Reduction
Some institutions may have to comply with PHS Policy but not animal welfare act. What are the
factors that help determine which regulations are relevant to a particular research study - ANSWER
The species of animals used the funding sources
Purpose of disaster plan - ANSWER Provides steps for disaster preparedness and response
Purpose of emergency contact list - ANSWER Identifies whom to call if an emergency occurs
Purpose of disaster drill - ANSWER Measures the effectiveness of institution-wide emergency
systems
Purpose of post-incident discussion - ANSWER Identifies ways to improve the disaster plan and
emergency procedures
Purpose of security plan - ANSWER Describes ways to prevent and address security breaches
List two ways to maintain security when visitors come to the facility - ANSWER Don't admit anyone
unless authorized; contact supervisor if someone approaches you and tell them immediately
List three steps to prevent security breaches - ANSWER never prop open any doors leading to the
outside; do not let people "piggyback"; display badge; don't let anyone borrow your badge
What type of device identifies individuals using distinct characteristics such as fingerprints or eye
structure - ANSWER Biometric scanners
If you are present in the facility when a major disaster or accident occurs, your actions will be very
important. What should be your first priority? - ANSWER Protect human life by calling out to others
and evacuating if necessary, call the appropriate first responders, call your supervisor or other senior
staff
, What document should be posted throughout the facility, and is consulted and used when there is an
emergency - ANSWER Contact list
List four questions you should be ready to answer when you report a disaster or incident at your
facility - ANSWER Where did the incident occur; which areas are affected; is there a power loss; is
everybody accounted for
Role of Lab Animal Tech - ANSWER Performs many animal care functions and monitors
environmental factors
Purpose of Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals - ANSWER Primary source of the
standards and guidelines for laboratory animal care and use in the US
Purpose of Animal use protocol - ANSWER A document written by the PI and approved by that
IACUC that describes and justifies the use of animals for a project
Purpose of PHS policy - ANSWER Federal mandate that covers all live vertebrates used or intended
for use in research, research training, experimentation, biological testing, or for related purposes
Purpose of good laboratory practices - ANSWER Regulations developed by the FDA and the EPA to
validate and document the process of safety testing
Purpose of standard operating procedure - ANSWER Written instructions approved by management
and used to perform a routine activity
According to the Animal Welfare Act, list the three types of members who must sit on the IACUC -
ANSWER the chair, a vet, a non-affiliated member
List five components of an animal care and use program for which the Guide describes standards -
ANSWER personnel qualifications and training, occupational health and safety, vet care, animal
environment, animal procurement and transportation, surgical and post surgical care alleviation of
pain and distress, euthanasia, physical plant design and construction
Which of the following animals used in laboratory animal research would be covered by the Animal
Welfare Act - ANSWER Guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, ferrets, wild mice, horses, gerbils, goats,
sheep
