Avian influenza biosecurity advice for shoots and participants
This guide provides practical advice on biosecurity measures designed to help prevent the introduction and spread of avian influenza within gamebird release, and shooting environments.
Biosecurity guidance for game shooters
Why biosecurity matters for those who shoot game
- As a game shooter who attends a game shoot what you do (or don’t do) can significantly affect biosecurity. Good biosecurity helps protect biodiversity, uphold high standards of gamebird and wildlife management, and safeguard the long-term future of game shooting and the rural communities whose livelihoods are closely linked to them.
What you should do
- A few days before the shoot day ensure you have biosecurity guidance from the shoot provider and familiarise yourself with any requirements.
- Ensure your vehicle, footwear, clothing, and equipment are clean, especially if you have recently visited other shoots.
- On the shoot day adhere to the biosecurity advice given in the shoot briefing and throughout the day.
- Use foot dips/boot cleaning stations.
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