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Anesthesia Safety

General anesthetic procedures, especially those involving gas inhalant anesthesia, are regulated in California by laws enforced by the California Veterinary Medical Board (CVMB), the California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (Cal/OSHA), and the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). To comply with minimum practice standards, maximize worker and patient safety, and minimize environmental impact, veterinary practices must be familiar with the laws and regulations regarding general (gas) anesthesia.

Can Veterinary Practices Compound Drugs? Yes.

The National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) enables enrolled veterinarians to issue interstate and international animal health certificates, which are required for animals to cross state or country borders. The program is administered by the United States Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS).

National Veterinary Accreditation Program – Accreditation Basics

The National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) enables enrolled veterinarians to issue interstate and international animal health certificates, which are required for animals to cross state or country borders. The program is administered by the United States Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS).

Drug Misbranding: More of a Problem than We Thought

Drug misbranding is a violation identified by the California Veterinary Medical Board (CVMB) during complaint investigations and routine practice inspections. Many veterinarians may unknowingly be noncompliant, as this topic is minimally covered in primary and continuing veterinary education. But in fact, several federal and state laws address drug misbranding and are directly applicable to veterinary practice. This article outlines key regulations, common violations, and tips for compliance.

Who Can Administer Rabies Vaccines and Sign Rabies Vaccination Certificates

California Health and Safety Code section 121690(b) requires dog owners to obtain a rabies vaccination for dogs between three and four months of age, and then in accordance with the vaccine label instructions thereafter, unless granted an exemption by local rabies health authorities.

Cal EPA Requirements for Veterinary Practices

The California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal EPA) is one of several government agencies that has legal
authority over the veterinary profession. Cal EPA is responsible for protecting,

Common CVMB Inspection Issues and Tips for Avoiding Them

The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) has authority under California Business and Professions Code section 4809.5 to inspect registered veterinary premises at any time.

Anesthetic Gas Safety in Veterinary Practice

The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) enforces regulations that require anesthetic gas monitoring programs for practices.

COVID-19 Prevention Plans Still Required of California Employers

On February 28, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation officially ceasing the three-year statewide emergency response to COVID-19 that began on March 4, 2020.

Medical Waste Management: Veterinary Practice Obligations

Many veterinary practices find regulated waste statutes and regulations to be confusing, with misconceptions resulting in risk to sanitation workers, stress on the environment, and unnecessary costs to the veterinary practice when items not classified as medical waste are treated as such.

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