Biosecurity - It’s Everybody’s Concern

I.	Why Be Concerned?
	•	Since September 11, 2001, biosecurity has taken on a different meaning
	•	Disease can have a devastating effect
	•	Prevent the introduction and spread of diseases
	•	Prevent people from introducing infectious diseases
	•	Biosecurity should be a very high priority in day-to-day management

II.	Critical Control Points
	•	New additions to the herd
		○	Apparently healthy animals could be incubating diseases
		○	Apparently healthy animals could be carriers
		○	Physically inspect all new animals
		○	Test for diseases of concern
		○	Try to vaccinate before the stress of transport
		○	Quarantine for 3 weeks
	•	Feed and water supplies
	•	Minimize contact between different age groups
	•	Treat returning animals as if they are new additions
	•	Minimize fence-line contact
	•	Wildlife (rodents, birds, deer, coyotes, dogs, cats, etc.)
	•	Use appropriate vaccine handling and administration techniques
		○	Blood-borne diseases
		○	Disposable equipment
		○	Disinfect reusable equipment
	•	Use your veterinarian
	•	Mechanically transport infectious organisms (shoes, clothing, feeding equipment, trailers, etc.)
		○	Wash livestock trailers
		○	Restrict access of people
		○	Provide boot and hand washing facilities
		○	Remove manure contamination
	•	Read and follow pesticide labels
	•	Vandalism
	•	Buy only the amount you need
	•	Keep an inventory list (product name, date of purchase, quantity, etc.)
	•	Inspect storage areas regularly (including feed room)
	•	Keep storage areas locked

III.	Farm Security
	•	Keep equipment locked up (pesticide application equipment, trucks, tractors, etc.)
	•	Be aware of potential for siphoning or stealing from bulk tanks
	•	Watch for unusual or suspicious behavior.
		○	People unfamiliar with details of using agricultural equipment.
		○	Acting nervous, uneasy or avoiding eye contact.
		○	Demanding immediate possession of purchased materials and pays in cash.
		○	Be aware who is around the farm (roads, driving by, etc.)

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Biosecurity - It’s Everybody’s Concern