Realizing Our Principles
In all animal experiments conducted by Bayer, specialists ensure the welfare of the animals. It is their responsibility to improve the training of employees, provide guidance and advice and monitor the implementation of animal experiments. Our Animal Welfare Officers and Animal Welfare Committees ensure that Bayer's principles for animal welfare and animal testing are put into practice.
1. Consulting the Scientists
The Animal Welfare Officers and their colleagues support our scientists in legal matters and advise them on Bayer's principles, the selection of their methods and the choice of the most suitable animal species. They also monitor our partners (such as laboratories or research institutes at universities) to ensure that their working methods comply with our principles.
2. Further Education and Training
Our experts also help to ensure that our animal testing is always carried out on the basis of the latest scientific findings and methods. They inform the management about the latest developments and publish corresponding information on our internal websites. This means that up-to-date information is immediately available to all employees.
3. Cooperation with Authorities
Another area of responsibility is cooperation with the animal welfare authorities. The animal welfare officers apply for approval for studies and compile the information required for the application. The animal welfare officers and their colleagues are the contact persons for Bayer employees, supervisory authorities and the media.
Our Animal Welfare Committees
The Animal Welfare Committee has the important task of promoting and ensuring the protection and welfare of animals. Its central tasks include monitoring compliance with animal welfare laws and guidelines, as well as supporting the animal welfare officers in their work.
It promotes awareness of ethical aspects in the treatment of animals and supports the development of guidelines that prioritize animal welfare in company processes.