Infected Premises Operations Induction

Avian Influenza

What do we do?

Deliver a clean site to the owner/manager efficiently and safely

while maintaining bio-security.

Field Activities

Valuation

1. Use farm records for numbers & ages

2. Take photos of exotic/rare species

3. Record likely materials

eg feed, packaging

All birds and materials likely to be destroyed are valued for compensation.

Destruction

1. Method – eg use of CO2 – see SOP

2. Maintain feed, water & environment3. Risk assessment to be reviewed at start 4. Maintain records

Birds are culled using a method that maintains animal welfare & reduces

exposure of personnel

Disposal

1. Method – eg composting in shed, disposal off site, disposal on site, burning

2. Limit numbers of people on site3. Risk assessment to be reviewed at start4. Maintain records

Carcasses & materials are disposed of using a method that maintains bio-security

& reduces exposure of personnel

Decontamination

1. Use an approved method & chemical2. Use PPE3. Risk assessment to be reviewed at start4. Avoid environmental damage5. Maintain records

Buildings & equipment are decontaminated twice prior to stock introduction

Pest Control

1. Identify relevant pests

2. Use baits in sheds prior to lock up

3. Co-ordinate eradication (destruction or trapping) of larger wild animals

Control pests that could transfer virus away from contaminated areas.

eg rodents, insects, wild dogs

Auditing

1. Check tasks are completed 2. Check records are completed 3. Improve effectiveness & efficiency 4. Improve induction & training programs5. Check compliance to risk assessment &

regulations6. Maintain health & safety

Audits check what we say we are doing against what is actually happening.

Structure & Roles

IP Operations Roles - LDCC

• IP Operations Manager Coordinators

• Valuation• Destruction• Disposal• Decontamination• Pest Control• Audits• Gate Control• Induction & Training

Administration Officer• Clerical Officers

Responsibilities are listed in Ausvetplan

IP Operations Roles - Field

• Sector Leader (for every 5-7 SS) Site Supervisor (SS)

• Team Leader (s)• Team Members• Contractors• Owners & managers• Site workers & families• All visitors to the site

eg. auditors, vets, safety officers Gate Control

What do you do?

Considerations

1. Community – schools, businesses, sport

2. Environment – run off, dust, air pollution

3. Political – impact of decisions

4. Technical – approval required

5. Social – families, public health, visitors, animal welfare

6. Economic – local expenditure, trade

Will these impact on how you do your job?

Bio-Security

Operations are to be performed to ensure the virus is not spread to, from

or within the site.

1. Follow entry/exit procedure – see SOP2. Minimal entry of authorised people &

equipment3. Adherence to ‘no contact’ period with

specified livestock after the operations

Health & Safety of People

Operations must be performed to maintain the safety of all personnel

involved.

1. Follow OH&S AI field operations procedure – see SOP

2. Manage risk using risk assessments

3. Perform audits to check compliance

Personal Disinfection

AI can be spread to humans resulting in illness and sometimes death.

To reduce the possibility of infection:

1. Know the virus transfer mechanism

2. High risk areas – restrict access

3. Wear and maintain your PPE

4. Wash hands & face thoroughly

5. Comply with SOPs & risk assessments

Risk Assessments

Risk assessments are conducted by Site Supervisors and Team Leaders for each

activity & updated regularly.

1. Maintain health & safety2. Improve work processes3. Maintain bio-security4. Reduce environmental damage5. Minimise impact on community6. Maintain animal welfare

Conducting Risk Assessments

• Use standard form – see form• Completed or reviewed by Site Supervisor on

initial entry to site• Updated when:

• activities change • accident or near miss occurs• new issues identified on site or on other sites

• Consult owner/manager, team leaders etc.• Notify Sector Leader or LDCC when required

Communication

1. Report to your supervisor only2. Brief & debrief personnel daily - SMEAC3. SS to complete SITREP (situation report) daily

by 2pm 4. Use an EVENT LOG5. If you don’t know – ASK!

Personnel must communicate clearly & concisely using standard formats to maintain safe & efficient operation.

Tracking Personnel & Equipment

1. Each resource (person, team or equipment) to have 2 cards – LDCC & at site

2. Records • Name & contact details• Induction• Training• Relevant skills• Daily work location• Daily duties

3. Timesheets to be initialed daily by supervisor

Personnel & equipment will be tracked using T-cards.

Rules of Engagement

1. Know your job & stick to it

2. Report to your supervisor

3. Complete your records

4. Keep people safe

5. Follow SOP’s and risk assessments

6. Finish tasks you start