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International
Laboratory Animal Technician Week
Jan. 31 – Feb. 6, 2010 |
Facilities around the world will celebrate International
Laboratory Animal Technician Week January 31–February 6, 2010. We invite
you to join us in taking the time to offer special recognition to those
hardworking individuals at your institution. This year’s theme is
“Technicians...The Heartbeat of Research."
The Committee on Technician Awareness and Development (CTAD)
has chosen the following items of recognition, which can be purchased
through the
AALAS bookstore. Please note that as of December 1, 2009, a minimum
shipping charge applies to all orders, including free items.
Technicians…the Heartbeat of
Research poster
Display these eye-catching posters (11 x 17 inches) throughout your
facility and in public areas to promote the 2010 Tech Week event.
Price: FREE
Download free PDF
Technicians…the
Heartbeat of Research lapel button
These bright, eye-catching 2-inch buttons display this year’s Tech Week
logo and can easily be read from a distance. Technicians wearing these
will proudly make a statement to those around them about the quality of
care they provide for animals every day. Give one to each technician on
your staff! Quantities limited.
Price: FREE for members
Technicians…the
Heartbeat of Research
Carabiner/Flashlight/Pen
Shine some light on your technicians’ success! Ideal for attaching to
clothing, your technicians will be hooked on this combo! (Color: red.)
Quantities limited.
Price:
$2 member/$3 nonmember
Technicians…the Heartbeat of Research Retractable
Pen Holder
These tools are needed in most animal facilities to keep pens ready for
quick and easy access! The holders feature a metal clip that attaches to
your clothing and a retractable cord. (Color: blue.) Quantities limited.
Price: $1 member/$2 nonmember
Technicians…the Heartbeat of Research Pocket Jotter
Available in red and features the 2010 Tech Week Logo embossed on the
jotter. Give one to each technician on your staff! Quantities limited.
Price: $3 member/$4 nonmember
Updated for 2010! CTAD computer monitor calendar strips
Always have the day and month handy with these vertical, 1” x 10”
polyvinyl strips. They attach to your computer monitor, locker, or other
locations with an adhesive backing and are printed with the web link to
the Technician section on the AALAS website. Quantities limited.
Price: FREE
Other 2010 Tech Week Downloads
Tech Week Certificate
2010 Tech Week Logo
If you need the logo in a format not offered here, please email
webmaster@aalas.org.
Technician
Certification and Technician Certification Registry pins
Show your technicians that you appreciate their dedication and
willingness to expand their knowledge in laboratory animal science—order
certification and registry pins for your certified technicians.
Certification pins are 7/8” x 7/8”. Registry pins are 3/4” x 3/8”.
Certification Pins—Price: $5
Registry Pins—Price: $12
“AALAS
in a Flash” Flashcards
“AALAS in a Flash” is intended for those preparing for the ALAT, LAT,
and LATG certification examinations and for those who want a great
review of material not recently studied. The game provides questions and
answers in a fun and easy-to-use flash card format, and is designed to
reinforce the material learned from the training manuals. Questions
cover each chapter of the manuals, with a total of 700 questions. Its
format allows it to be used as a break-room game, a class exercise, or
while commuting by bus or train. It’s fun and educational!
Price: $15 member/$22 nonmember
Cool celebration ideas!
“BAIT”—Branch
Activities, Information, and Tips
A cool web page of tidbits for AALAS technicians and branch members.
Includes presentations, articles, activities, and guidelines on personal
and professional development, animal care and facilities, public
outreach training, and branch meeting resources.
“Reach
Out!” Public Outreach Materials
AALAS’ Reach Out! materials are perfect for planning a company-wide
or community-based public outreach event during the 2008 Tech Week
event. These downloadable materials offer motivation and encouragement
for technicians interested in learning “how” to reach out to the public
about the need for animals in biomedical research and provide the tools
and resources needed to conduct successful public outreach sessions
within their communities.
Other outreach materials:
AALAS Camp (4.25 mb)
Public
Outreach Downloads
Updated for 2010! “Suggestions for Recognition of Technicians” document
Want to do something really special for your techs during Tech Week this
time? Check out this list of ideas! Updated every year with suggestions
from AALAS members around the world, this tool is perfect for sparking
ideas of how to celebrate the event at your facility. Don’t plan your
event without it!
This page was designed by AZAALAS Webmaster
Revised 12/10/2009 gea
