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Introduction to biosecurity on Farms
As a farm visitor, it's crucial to recognize the omnipresence of biosecurity threats and how rapidly they can propagate. Cross-contamination between farms can have devastating effects on both crops and livestock, leading to substantial financial implications for the entire farm.
As a farm visitor, it’s crucial to recognize the omnipresence of biosecurity threats in our “Introduction to biosecurity on Farms” course, and how rapidly they can propagate. Cross-contamination between farms can have devastating effects on both crops and livestock, leading to substantial financial implications for the entire farm.
Our course delves into the biosecurity procedures concerning pig handling. It aims to educate you on identifying the hazards and elucidating how to circumvent them to significantly reduce contamination risks. It is essential to perceive every farm you visit as a hazard zone rather than a petting zoo, given most threats to livestock are invisible. Therefore, contact should be minimized unless necessary and proper procedures are in place. The most effective way to prevent cross-contamination is by understanding the importance of biosecurity and its considerations prior to farm visitation. If unsure, always consult with the farmer about their biosecurity procedures and demonstrate your respect by adhering to them. Keep in mind, the risk doesn’t end when you depart from the farm, which is another aspect this course will address to lessen the likelihood of transferring contaminants to another farm or your home.
Our “Introduction to Biosecurity on Farms” course will address the following subjects:
- Considerations for before, while, and after working on a farm
- Adhering to farm policies
- Identifying hazards
- Protocols for equipment/clothing/body/vehicle
- Handling manure and mud
- Avoidance of feed areas
- Handling encounters with chemicals
- Dealing with garbage and debris
- Avoiding interaction with farm animals
Estimated duration: 60 minutes
Successful completion requires a score of: 80
Upon successful completion, a certificate will be issued.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 60 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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