Animal Welfare Structure
(SBEA)

A commitment to respect and care for animals used for scientific purposes

Introducing CRCM's Animal Welfare Structure

The regulatory framework (Directive 2010/63/EU + Articles R214-87 to 214-137 + Orders of February 1, 2013) for the use of animals for scientific purposes requires that we take into account that animals are sentient beings, subject to pain and with physiological and behavioral needs specific to each species.
In addition to the provisions concerning the approval of animal experimentation establishments, any scientific project involving the use of animals must first obtain a specific project authorization, issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, and then be carried out by authorized and competent personnel.

In this context, the SBEA ensures compliance with these regulations on animal ethics, and ensures the implementation of a collective ethical approach in the CRCM's animal facility, aimed at considering the well-being of the animals.

Our missions

Advisor

experimenters in implementing an optimal climate of care and well-being during experimentation procedures.

Advisor

staff on the application of the 3Rs requirements (replacement, reduction and refinement) and keeping CRCM staff members informed of technical and scientific developments relating to the application of these requirements.

Establish and revise

internal operational processes for controlling, reporting and monitoring the welfare of animals housed at the MRCC.

Support

users in setting up and monitoring experimentation procedures. If necessary, SBEA provides individual or group technical training.

Modern, certified facilities

The animal facility has state-of-the-art premises and equipment, approved to French, European and international standards, to guarantee an optimal environment for animals and researchers.