AZA 101
What is the AZA?
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. AZA is the independent accrediting organization for Zoos and Aquariums.
Explain Code Red and Code Green.
What animals are Code Red?
Green: Less dangerous animal escape; no lethal weapons needed. Non-collection animals (dog, cat, raccoon, deer) inside exhibit space.
Red:
Przewalski's Horse
Eld's Deer
Persian Onager
Scimitar-horned Oryx
How do you report a workplace injury and access healthcare services?
Notify the supervisor of the injury. The employee submits report in ECOMP. Provide full information to the supervisor for the AIRS.
What are the SCBI Emergency Telephone Contact Numbers?
Warren County Sheriff’s Emergency Contact Numbers(s): Dial 9-1-1 or 540-635-4128 (dispatcher-non-emergency)
NZP Police
Police Duty Cell 540-532-5196
On duty from 0600 - midnight
Allied Security
Allied Security Officers: (C) 540-422-3238 (W) 540-635-0069 (Gate #2 Guard House)
On duty 24/7
Contact Numbers For Facility Utility Emergencies:
SI OFEO-Help Line (24-hrs/7days a week service): 202-633-1560
Additional Emergency Contact Number
Kimberly Criddle: (C) 540-336-2204
Contact Numbers for Vet Emergencies:
Vet Clinic: 540-635-0101 / Emergency: 540-635-0100
Who is your first call in a non-animal-related emergency?
Call the police duty cell or allied security number.
Police Duty Cell 540-532-5196
Allied Security Officers: (C) 540-422-3238 (W) 540-635-0069 (Gate #2 Guard House)
Explain SAFE and SSP
Saving Animals From Extinction focuses on saving animals and habitats in the wild and leverages the massive audiences of, and collective expertise within, AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums. Examples of SAFE species: Cheetah, black-footed ferret, maned wolf, red panda, N American songbird, coral, whooping crane, and amphibians.
Species Survival Plan: cooperative animal management, breeding, and conservation effort that works to ensure genetically diverse, self-sustaining populations of more than 500 species of animals.
What do you do if an animal escapes at SCBI?
In the event of a code green animal escape immediately notify the duty curator.
How do you report inappropriate workplace behavior (harassment, discrimination, retaliation)?
Tell the harasser (orally or in writing) to stop, keep a record of the events, report the behavior to a supervisor or manager, and cooperate in the inquiry;
Immediately discuss the issue with someone in their supervisory chain to determine the course of action.
Report the incident to the Human Resources Liaison or HR Human Capital Manager.
Individuals who do not feel comfortable discussing the issue within their immediate chain of supervision are encouraged to contact the Office of Equal Employment and Supplier Diversity (OEESD), the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), the Ombuds, the union, or SI Civil Coordinator at (202) 633-6379 or sicivil@si.edu, the SI Civil Hotline at (202) 633-6620.
Where is your nearest fire extinguisher? How do you use it?
This answer will vary by department and work location.
Steps to use: P.A.S.S - Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
What happens during a severe weather watch vs warning?
Emergency shelter=Auditorium basement
Watch: Normal business operations with heightened monitoring of radio, weather reports, LivSafe app alerts, etc.
Warning: Secure animals, seek safe shelter, direct guests. Maintain radio silence unless reporting critical information.
Explain Enrichment
Enrichment ensures that the behavioral and physical needs of an animal are being met. Provides animals a creative outlet for species appropriate behaviors, physical activity and mental exercise, as well as choice and control over how they spend their time. Examples: puzzle feeders to forage for food, climbing structures that enhance habitats, and training sessions where animals can interact with keepers. Types: Habitat, cognitive, sensory, food, toys.
How can you report an Animal Welfare concern?
Animal welfare refers to an animal’s collective physical, mental, and emotional states over a period of time, and is measured on a continuum from good to poor.
1. Report and escalate your concern as needed. For example, speak with the Animal Keeper, Curator, Senior Curator, Deputy Director, Director, as needed.
2. Report concern to Veterinarian, Chief Nutritionist, or any Animal Welfare Committee member.
3. Complete an Animal Welfare Concern Form (available on ZooNet). Submit form to any ACUC member or anonymously to the Welfare Committee Chair, Dr. Betsy Herrelko, Animal Welfare and Research Curator.
4. Email NZPwelfareconerns@si.edu
What type of professional development and training opportunities are provided to you/ to employees at SCBI?
LinkedIn Learning, Learning Paths by job duties, Moodle, Compliance Trainings (any of these answers will suffice).
What is the LiveSafe App?
The app enables direct and discreet two-way communication with your community safety officials using text, pictures, video, and audio.
Reporting Examples:
Report Emergencies
Report Non-Emergencies
Safety Map
Walk Safe
Resources
Sends Alerts, Warnings to Subscribers.
Where are the emergency staging areas at SCBI?
Wemmer House - The field behind the house
Vet Hospital Bldg. 318 - Grass area above the parking lot on the north side
Vehicle Maintenance bldg. 395 - Parking area on Conservation Drive
Training Center Bldg. 70,80,90 - Volleyball sand court on the corner of Training Center Rd and SAF Lane
Academic Building 116 - Concrete walkway between Academic and Training Center buildings
Small Animal Bldg. - Volleyball sand near of Training Center Rd
Rivinus Barn 1375 Rivinus Rd - Across the road in the large grass field
Police Station 54 Administration Drive - Old Admin parking lot
Office Annex bldg. 338 Research Drive - Corner of Bird Alley and Conservation Drive
MFH (New Admin) Bldg. 74 Ferret Circle - Front Yard of the house next door
Maintenance Shop 73 Farm Rd - Northeast corner of the building near the Wash Rack
Maintenance and Ecology 108 Deer Cl - Corner of Conservation Dr and Deer Cl next to the emergency call station
Leach House - Grass parking area near the large oak tree
GIS Computer Lab - Corner of Bird Alley and Conservation Dr
FONZ 303 Research Dr - Emergency Call station next to the GIS Computer Lab
Field Ecology office 25 Cottage Ln - Across Cottage Lane in the grass
Dormitory 277 Research Drive - South side of the building on Cottage Lane
COTR 99 Deer Cir - Across the street on the corner of Research Drive and Conservation Dr
Dormitory 277 Research Drive - South side of the building on Cottage Lane
COTR 99 Deer Cir - Across the street on the corner of Research Drive and Conservation Dr
Conservation Medicine 40 Administration Drive - Front parking area on the Bldg. 83 on Administration Drive
Commissary (VWL, Mail Room, Supply) - 33 Training Center Rd
Carpenter Shop 412 - Field beside the carpenter shop on the west side of Cottage Lane
Butler Bldg. (Welding shop) 102 Farm Rd - North of building near the vehicle wash rack along Farm Road
Auditorium 285 Conservation Dr - Northeast corner of the SMSC Academic Building South of Conservation Drive
(Old) Administration Bldg. 83 Administration Drive - Front parking area across from building #40
Cryo Bio Labs 245 Conservation Dr - Northeast corner of the commissary and supply building across Conservation Drive
How often does NZCBI go through AZA inspection? Explain the purpose.
Each AZA member organization must undergo a rigorous inspection every 5 years to demonstrate adherence to high standards in safety, education, conservation, sound business practices, and animal care.
What are the radio channels at SCBI? What is our primary channel?
Primary Channel - 1
1. Animal
2. Campus
3. Police
4. Direct
5. NZP Animal
6. SCBI to NZP
Name the six Smithsonian Employee Resource Groups
Smithsonian Employee Resource Groups
1. Pride Alliance
2. Disability ERG
3. Asian Pacific American Alliance
4. Latino Working Committee
5. African American Association
6. American Indian Employee Network
Where are AEDs located at SCBI?
1. Cryo Bio Labs 245 Conservation Dr
2. Auditorium 285 Conservation Dr
3. Maintenance and Ecology 108 Deer Cl
4. MFH (New Admin) Bldg. 74 Ferret Circle
5. Office Annex bldg. 338 Research Drive
6. Rivinus Barn 1375 Rivinus Rd
7. Small Animal Bldg. Academic Building 116
8. Training Center Bldg. 70,80,90
What is the protocol for guest injury or illness?
Call the police duty cell or allied security number.
Police Duty Cell 540-532-5196
Allied Security Officers: (C) 540-422-3238 (W) 540-635-0069 (Gate #2 Guard House)
How can you get involved in AZA?
Serve on an AZA Committee
Serve as a Program Leader for SAFE Species, TAG Chair, SSP Coordinator, Institutional Representative for Species, and/or Studbook Keepers.
Read Connect Magazine
Attend a conference
Purchase a membership
What types of venomous snakes might you encounter at SCBI? What happens if you encounter a snake that needs removal?
1. Timber Rattlesnake
2. Eastern Copperhead
Various staff are trained in the proper handling of snakes should they be found in buildings. Contact Police/Security.
Where are the nearest medical centers near the SCBI campus?
Front Royal Urgent Care
1. 65 Riverton Commons Plaza, Front Royal, VA 22630 (C) (540) 635-0700
2. Warren Memorial Hospital - 1000 N. Shenandoah Avenue, Front Royal, VA 22630 (C) (540) 636-0300
3. Winchester Medical Center - 1840 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22604 (C) (540) 536-8000
What does S.D.S stand for? What is the purpose and where are they located?
Safety Data Sheets. Provide information on the hazards of working with a chemical and procedures that should be used to ensure safety. SDSs are a primary source of information regarding chemical hazards and handling. Stored in a binder, in each area, that is easily accessible by all staff.
What are the potential employee roles and responsibilities in an emergency situation?
Call or Radio the police or allied security.
Police Duty Cell 540-532-5196
Allied Security Officers: (C) 540-422-3238 (W) 540-635-0069 (Gate #2 Guard House)
Assist with emergency vehicle access.
Close doors and gates.
Retrieve AED.
Direct guests and volunteers to shelter.
Seek Shelter.
Animal Recapture Team.
Scribe.
Maintain radio and phone silence.