This procedure applies to...
Dead domestic and wild animals found on campus and animal feces.
This procedure does NOT apply to...
Dead research animals or animals found on public roadways.
If you come across a dead animal,
contact Facilities Services Customer Service Center at (415) 338-1568
Facilities’ Custodial Services and Groundskeeping has trained staff available to deal with dead animals and feces.
Instructions for Custodial Services
Preparation
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Put on two pairs of disposable nitrile gloves
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You may wear the disposable gloves under heavier rubber, butyl, or nitrile gloves
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Do not wear leather or cotton work gloves or gloves made of other absorbent materials
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Have 2 dark heavy-duty garbage bags available
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Bring any tools and disinfectants you may need.
A. Disposing of small – medium size dead animals found in bushes or on dirt
1. Use tongs, shovel, or other suitable tool to put the animal carcass into a dark heavy-duty garbage bag.
2. Tie or tape the bag securely closed.
3. Put the bag into another heavy-duty trash bag.
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Double-bagging the carcass reduces odor and can prevent decaying fluids from leaking into the trash container.
4. Place the used outer pair of gloves into the bag and tie or tape the bag securely.
5. Dispose of the packaged carcass into an outdoor municipal trash bin.
6. Disinfect the tools used with Diversey Alpha HP Surface Cleaner, Virex II 256, or other approved cleaner and disinfectant.
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If using bleach, make a fresh solution of one (1) part household bleach to nine (9) parts water. Allow to sit at least 20 minutes
B. Disposing of dead animals found on smooth floors or other surfaces
1. After Step 4 of procedure above, clean and disinfect the surface and allow to sit for 10 minutes. If using bleach, let it sit wet for at least 20 minutes.
2. Place the used outer gloves and wipes into the second bag used for double-bagging.
3. Tie or tape the outer bag securely.
4. Dispose of the packaged carcass into an outdoor municipal trash bin.
C. Disposing of dead birds of prey like hawks and owls
These are a special case and should be reported to animal control and the department of fish and wildlife to help these agencies monitor the health and welfare of wildlife.
Before placing the packaged carcass into the trash bin, contact the following agencies for instructions:
San Francisco Animal Care & Control 415.554.6364 (11 am – 6 pm)
Optional
California Dept of Public Health Reporting a Dead Bird (WestNile.ca.gov)
California Dept of Fish and Wildlife Reporting Dead Wildlife Online Form Instructions for Reporting Dead Wildlife
If you discover several dead animals or group die off,
report this to SF Animal Care & Control ASAP. This may indicate a serious environmental problem in the area
D. Disposing of large animals such as deer
Large animals such as deer may not be put into the municipal trash.
1. Your supervisor will arrange for an outside service to collect and dispose of the animal.
2. While waiting for the contractor, secure the area with caution tape or alternative means.
E. Disposing of medium-large size animals such as racoons or dogs
SF Animal Care & Control would like to be contacted for racoons and medium-large animals and may pick them up for us. To dispose of them on campus, follow the procedures in section A or B above.
F. Disposing of animal feces include mice
1. Wearing gloves, use a scooper or other tool to place feces into a heavy-duty trash bag.
2. Close and secure the bag.
3. Dispose of the packaged feces into an outdoor municipal trash bin.
G. Reporting Injured or strangely behaving animals on campus
1. Contact SF Animal Care & Control. They will pick up both domestic and wild sick or injured animal
- Emergency Dispatch (Only for Animals in Distress) 415.554.9400 (6 am – 2 am)
- General Questions 415.554.6364 (11 am – 6 pm)
2. If the animal poses an immediate danger, contact UPD at 415.338.2222