Yearly training, as listed in the Enhanced Biosecurity Checklist, is needed to make sure people know how to keep FMD out of the herd. Training can be documented using either the Training Form (pdf) in English or Training Form in Spanish (pdf).
Practice and Train Essential Personnel
Biosecurity training should include general info and farm/ranch specific steps. Below are general info resources beginning with respecting and safely crossing the Line of Separation (LOS). Specific steps should be based on the farm/ranch enhanced biosecurity plan and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Understand the Importance of Biosecurity
In addition to the above videos, these explain “why” biosecurity is needed.
Educate an Audience
Many states have people who have been trained to give presentations and help develop enhanced biosecurity plans. Contact Us to be put in touch with someone in your area. You can also connect with State Officials.
Articles
These can be downloaded and used as is or customized to inform others about SBS.