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Use the following documents to learn more about Avian Influenza or to distribute information in your workplace or with your network:
| Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|
| A Bird’s Eye View of Avian Influenza | Summary: In this short webinar, you will learn about the basics of avian influenza, the HPAI outbreak in 2022, how outbreak control works, and what people should do if they suspect a bird is potentially ill with avian influenza. Intended Audience: Poultry producers, health care providers, veterinarians, Extension and university staff, farmers and growers, and other ag safety and health professionals. Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to… Describe avian influenza and why we should care Learn from the 2022 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak Understand how HPAI outbreak and control works in the real world Identify links and resources related to avian … | |
| Ag Worker Health and Avian Influenza | Avian Influenza is a disease caused by viruses that can infect birds and people. Avian influenza viruses are routinely present in wild bird species and can be transmitted to backyard and commercial poultry, but very rarely to people. This presentation will focus on understanding the current state of the avian influenza outbreak in the US and provide recommendations for personal protective equipment for people who work with poultry and poultry products. | |
| Agricultural Respirator Selection Guide | A guide on selecting the right respirator for the right job. | |
| Avian Influenza & Farmers’ Mental Health | Learn about the impact of euthanizing birds on a farmers’ mental health and get connected with resources. | |
| Avian Influenza: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guidelines | The information provided in this guide is intended as general guidelines for exposures to Avian Influenza. | |
| Diferencia Entre La Prueba De Ajuste Y La Comprobación Del Sello Del Usuario | The purpose of this Spanish language guide is to help individuals better understand the difference between a Fit Test and a User Seal Check. | |
| Guía Para La Selección De Respirador Agrícola | A guide on selecting the right respirator for the right job. | |
| Knowing the Difference: Fit Test vs User Seal Check | The purpose of this guide is to help individuals better understand the difference between a Fit Test and a User Seal Check. | |
| Personal Protective Equipment: OSHA Guidance | This OSHA publication provides a general overview of personal protective equipment requirements and selection. | |
| Respiratory Protection Issues in Agriculture – What to Wear & Does It Fit? | The business of agriculture presents a myriad of hazards, including exposures to dusts, molds, pesticides and other chemicals, gases, as well as welding fumes and particles. Deciding what protection to use to prevent acute and chronic respiratory diseases is confusing. In addition, just finding the right protective gear can be a challenge. This webinar will address those issues and provide information on the importance of fit testing and fit (seal) checks. | |
| What to Know About Bird Flu | A guide on what to look for during an avian influenza outbreak. |
Toolkit
- HPAI Toolkit: This toolkit from the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center provides more resources on monitoring your flock’s health, biosecurity, PPE, and more!
Videos
- Choosing the Right Mask for your Agricultural Job
- Common Respirator Types Used in Agriculture
- How to Properly Care For Your Mask
- Respirator Storage
Webinars
| Webinar Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|
| A Bird’s Eye View of Avian Influenza | Summary: In this short webinar, you will learn about the basics of avian influenza, the HPAI outbreak in 2022, how outbreak control works, and what people should do if they suspect a bird is potentially ill with avian influenza. Intended Audience: Poultry producers, health care providers, veterinarians, Extension and university staff, farmers and growers, and other ag safety and health professionals. Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to… Describe avian influenza and why we should care Learn from the 2022 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak Understand how HPAI outbreak and control works in the real world Identify links and resources related to avian … | |
| Ag Worker Health and Avian Influenza | Avian Influenza is a disease caused by viruses that can infect birds and people. Avian influenza viruses are routinely present in wild bird species and can be transmitted to backyard and commercial poultry, but very rarely to people. This presentation will focus on understanding the current state of the avian influenza outbreak in the US and provide recommendations for personal protective equipment for people who work with poultry and poultry products. | |
| Respiratory Protection Issues in Agriculture – What to Wear & Does It Fit? | The business of agriculture presents a myriad of hazards, including exposures to dusts, molds, pesticides and other chemicals, gases, as well as welding fumes and particles. Deciding what protection to use to prevent acute and chronic respiratory diseases is confusing. In addition, just finding the right protective gear can be a challenge. This webinar will address those issues and provide information on the importance of fit testing and fit (seal) checks. |
Websites
- Agricultural Worker Protection Standards: From the EPA, this document covers primarily pesticide exposure. However, some of the same respiratory protections for pesticides are useful for dealing with avian influenza.
- Bird Flu from MedlinePlus: From the National Library of Medicine, this page provides more resources on avian influenza
- Defend the Flock: This program from the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service includes information on biosecurity, signs and symptoms, resources, and youth trainings.
- Fit Testing from 3M: Learn about the different types of fit testing, watch videos, and see documentation resources.
- Avian Influenza: Reducing Risk for People Working with or Exposed to Animals: From the CDC, this page describes appropriate PPE to reduce risk of infection from avian influenza.