Help when discussing Culture of Care at your laboratory animal facility

Culture of Care is a concept that aims for businesses to be permeated by care and consideration. In facilities that use research animals, this concept should be in place both between colleagues and towards the animals. It is about promoting a positive work climate where everyone feels welcome, respected and heard.

It is particularly important to take this into account in laboratory animal facilities, as caring professions, whether it entails caring for humans or animals, often can be both physically and psychologically stressful for those doing the job.

Material for discussion to use in the workplace

On behalf of the Swedish National Committee for the Protection of Animals used for Scientific Purposes, the Swedish 3Rs Center has produced a material for discussion to promote Culture of Care in facilities housing laboratory animals.

The material contains examples of scenarios that can arise in a workplace. It is meant to facilitate reflection and create a forum for exchange of ideas and experiences between colleagues.

• Material for discussion: Culture of Care – scenarios in the workplace Powerpoint, 449 kB.

This material has previously been published in Swedish.

• Diskussionsmaterial för att arbeta med Culture of Care (omsorgskultur)

If you have any questions about the material or other inquiries you are welcome to contact the Swedish 3Rs Center.

• 3Rcenter@jordbruksverket.se