Reporting concerns: complaints and non-compliance

Complaints and reports of suspected non-compliance about SCU animal ethics approved projects, the conduct of investigators in research and teaching activities, or concerns about the University's Animal Ethics Committee can be made by SCU Staff, students or members of the public.

All complaints and non-compliance are handled in accordance with the Australian Code for the responsible care and use of animals for scientific purposes (2013) and the SCU AEC Operating procedures.

For complaints and reports of suspected non-compliance please contact the AEC Chair:

A/Professor Adam Hamlin
e: ahamlin@une.edu.au 

Where it is not appropriate to notify the AEC directly, matters may be referred to the DVCR . If the matter relates directly to an Animal Welfare issue, the AEC Chair must be advised.

The reporting of all complaints and suspected non-compliance will be handled with sensitivity and confidentiality.

To read more about complaints review the AEC Operating Procedures.