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| AgTerrorism Preparedness for First Responders |
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Agroterrorism is defined as the use, or threatened use, of biological, chemical, or radiological agents against some component of the agriculture community in such a way as to adversely impact the agriculture industry, the economy, or the consuming public. The US is vulnerable to intentional efforts to undermine its agriculture industries, either by deliberate tampering of food during production or through the release of a biological agent that result in animal or plant disease.
The course will allow the First Responder to:
- Gain an appreciation of their importance to, and their role in, agricultural security and the vulnerability of American agriculture to foreign animal disease (FAD) threats.
- Secure basic knowledge and skills to assist with quarantine operations and to function within an assigned role during a FAD outbreak. The aim of isolation and quarantine is to prevent susceptible animals from coming into contact with the virus. Foot and mouth disease is the primary focus of this training.
- Learn what procedures to follow for safe use, inspection, and selection of appropriate PPE as directed buy the animal health or regulatory authorities/agencies in charge.
- Learn about the relevant organizations involved, and the protocols and various options available for euthanasia and ultimate disposal of dead and diseased animal populations.
- Learn how to decontaminate (clean and disinfect) people, vehicles, and equipment. Participants will learn how critical proper and complete decontamination is to eliminating the spread of the FAD
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: All First Responders - police, fire EMS - as well as all members of the agriculture community, especially those owning live stock.
This course can be offered in a number of formats, including:
- 2-4 Hr. Awareness for First Responders
- 2-4 Hr. Awareness for the Agricultural Community
- 16-Hr. Train-the-Trainer for First Responders
| Course Availability & Registration | | There are no open enrollment courses scheduled for this topic at this time. Contact us for information about custom-designed on-site training. |
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