013-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-1 - Standards for Euthanasia Area

The area used for euthanasia shall:

(a) Be a room that is separated from the rest of the agency by a wall, barrier or other divider or an area that is not used for other purposes while an animal is being euthanized;

(b) Have bright and even lighting;

(c) Have adequate ventilation to prevent the accumulation of odors;

(d) Have a table or work area where an animal can be handled while being euthanized;

(e) Have the following materials in the area used for euthanasia:

(i) OSHA approved first aid kit;

(ii) At least one tourniquet;

(iii) Control pole for handling dogs;

(iv) Net or cat tongs for handling cats;

(v) Squeeze cage

(vi) Stethoscope

(vii) Standard electric clippers

(viii) An adequate supply of medical quality needles and syringes.

(ix) OSHA approved eye wash station

(x) Have holding cages/crates available to hold an animal while waiting for the drug to take effect;

(xi) Have a cabinet, table or workbench where the drug, needle and syringe can be placed. This surface shall be separate from the area where the animal is being handled.

(xii) Have all equipment in good working order and stored so that it does not create a safety hazard for the personnel.

Notes

013-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-1