BIOSECURITY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!!!

Whether you are a grower, a service person, or an allied vendor, practicing strict biosecurity is critical to prevent the spread of poultry disease.

• Clean and disinfect vehicles and equipment – Disinfectants do NOT work properly on dirty surfaces. They can only kill organisms they contact directly. Organic materials (manure, dirt, etc.) prevent organisms from direct contact with disinfectants. Therefore, it is extremely important to remove any fecal material and other organic materials from equipment, etc., prior to using a disinfectant.

• Wear sanitized coveralls and boots

• Keep out unnecessary visitors and equipment

• Avoid contact with game birds and migratory waterfowl

• Know the warning signs of major avian diseases

Think before you act!