AAEP BIOSECURITY GUIDELINES


outbreak will aid in prompt effective communication and successful implementation of enhanced biosecurity and infectious disease control plan measures. Decide in advance where signage will be posted. See link to suggested signs in English and Spanish in section III.A.1.


ii. Notification of all affected parties is a critical component for an effective infectious disease control plan. Development of clear, concise and accurate messages about a situation, the measures being taken and the procedures for owner/trainers/grooms to follow is critical to prevent the spread of disease and panic among the group. This may be best accomplished by issuing a press release in high profile situations.


iii. Before a disease outbreak, outline a communication plan to notify staff, trainers, owners, public and vendors of an incident. Consider incorporating several communication modalities to ensure rapid, unified messaging to a large audience. Contact information for other individuals who may be able to assist during an infectious disease outbreak should be organized and readily available. Create a complete emergency contact list and provide it to all staff at the beginning of the disease event. Consider having a public relations specialist develop a communication plan and have their contact information readily available for provision of messaging at the appropriate level and preparation of timely updates.


iv. Biosecurity instructions for caretakers should be provided in English and Spanish.


v. Please see this article from the AAEP Proceedings on management of infectious disease outbreaks for more information.


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