Bio-security measures are vital for better performance in the poultry sector. Bio-security has three major components: isolation, traffic control and sanitation. When new chicks arrive, it must be quarantined for three weeks in respective farms. Sick birds must be kept in isolation.
Different age /sex groups are placed separately to minimize the risk of disease spread. Poultry health management and treatment procedure must organize means of isolation.
New birds represent a great risk to bio-security because their disease status is unknown. They may have an infection or be susceptible to an infection that is already present in the birds.
Bio-security measures include the following but not limited:
Disinfection using foot baths may help to decrease the dose of organisms on boots it, is a good idea to have a supply of cleanable rubber boots or strong-soled plastic boots for Visitors.
It is necessary to wash hands after handling birds in isolation It is very important to disinfect drinkers and feeders on a regular daily basis.
Plan regular. clean-out, clean-up and disinfection of houses and equipment.
Plan a rodent and pest control procedures.
Dispose of dead birds promptly by rendering, burning and burying.
Bio-security measures are continuous exercises that must be strictly adhered to to prevent disease outbreak.
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