Avian Influenza Resources

Use the following documents to learn more about Avian Influenza or to distribute information in your workplace or with your network:

TitleSummaryLink
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.
Spanish Title: Guía Para La Selección De Respirador Agrícola

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.
English Title: Knowing the Difference: Fit Test vs User Seal Check

Guía Para La Selección De Respirador Agrícola

A guide on selecting the right respirator for the right job.
English Title: Agricultural Respirator Selection Guide

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.
Spanish Title: Diferencia Entre La Prueba De Ajuste Y La Comprobación Del Sello Del Usuario

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

Webinars

Webinar TitleSummaryLink
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.

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