Veterinary Practice Safety and Regulatory Compliance Checklist
This checklist ensures veterinary practices comply with AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) Safety Guidelines, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry standards, DEA Veterinary Diversion Control for controlled substances, radiation safety requirements for radiology equipment, and state veterinary board regulations. Designed for veterinary practice managers and hospital administrators.
- Industry: Veterinary Medicine
- Frequency: Monthly / Per state board inspection
- Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
- Role: Practice Manager / Compliance Officer
- Total Items: 22
- Compliance: AVMA Guidelines for Veterinary Practice Safety, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens (zoonotic disease control), DEA 21 CFR Part 1301 Controlled Substances for Veterinary Use, State Radiation Control Program - Veterinary Radiograph Equipment Registration
DEA Controlled Substance Security
Veterinary controlled substance compliance.
- Controlled substance log (CII-CV) current and reconciled?
- Controlled substance storage locked and access restricted?
- DEA biennial controlled substance inventory current?
- Expired or unused controlled substances disposed per DEA authorized disposal methods?
Radiation Safety (Dental/Radiology)
Veterinary radiology safety compliance.
- Lead aprons and thyroid shields available and inspected annually for defects?
- Radiation dosimetry badges worn by all staff who assist in radiology?
- No staff member holding animal during X-ray exposure - mechanical restraint used?
- Radiology equipment registered with state radiation control program?
Anesthesia Safety
Gas anesthesia equipment and waste gas scavenging.
- Waste anesthetic gas scavenging system operational?
- Anesthesia machine inspected and leak-tested before use?
- Oxygen supply adequate for scheduled procedures?
- Emergency drugs and reversal agents stocked and within expiration?
Zoonotic Disease Prevention
Staff protection from animal-borne diseases.
- Gloves worn when handling all animals and body fluids?
- Rabies exposure protocol and post-exposure procedures documented?
- Sharps containers accessible in all treatment areas and not overfilled?
Animal Handling Safety
Staff safety from animal bites, scratches, and kicks.
- All staff trained in low-stress animal restraint techniques?
- Animal bite and scratch incident report procedure in place?
- Large animal handling safety equipment (stocks, halters, lead ropes) available and in good condition?
- Compliance issues or safety incidents
Facility Safety
Practice facility safety and sanitation.
- Kennel and runs cleaned and disinfected between patients?
- PPE (gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection) stocked and accessible?
- Fire extinguisher accessible and current, and evacuation plan posted?
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Why Use This Veterinary Practice Safety and Regulatory Compliance Checklist?
This veterinary practice safety and regulatory compliance checklist helps veterinary medicine teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for practice manager / compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 22 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly / per state board inspection.
Ensures compliance with AVMA Guidelines for Veterinary Practice Safety, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens (zoonotic disease control), DEA 21 CFR Part 1301 Controlled Substances for Veterinary Use, State Radiation Control Program - Veterinary Radiograph Equipment Registration. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Veterinary Practice Safety and Regulatory Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 22 inspection items across 6 sections: DEA Controlled Substance Security, Radiation Safety (Dental/Radiology), Anesthesia Safety, Zoonotic Disease Prevention, Animal Handling Safety, Facility Safety. It is designed for veterinary medicine operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly / per state board inspection. Each completion takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
Who should use this Veterinary Practice Safety and Regulatory Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Practice Manager / Compliance Officer professionals in the veterinary medicine industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.