Description of 44 biosecurity errors while entering and exiting poultry barns based on video surveillance in Quebec, Canada

Racicot, Manon; Venne, Daniel; Durivage, André; Vaillancourt, Jean‐Pierre

doi:10.1016/j.prevetmed.2011.04.011

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“…Surveys have been carried out amongst the poultry farming community (although mostly in relation to avian flu) to assess the standards of biosecurity in place (East, 2007, Dorea et al, 2010, Racicot et al, 2011, Van Steenwinkel et al, 2011, Racicot et al, 2012, Ssematimba et al, 2013). However, few of these studies have used observation to evaluate the performance of the biosecurity practices, and therefore have not assessed compliance to biosecurity protocols.…”

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“…However, few of these studies have used observation to evaluate the performance of the biosecurity practices, and therefore have not assessed compliance to biosecurity protocols. In contrast, Racicot et al (2011) used video cameras to record biosecurity protocols in practice. These authors suggest that the effectiveness of the protocols depends on the consistency of their application by the farmers and farm workers, citing training as the key to improved standards.…”

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“Catch 22”: Biosecurity awareness, interpretation and practice amongst poultry catchers

Millman

Christley

Rigby

et al. 2017

Preventive Veterinary Medicine

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“Catch 22”: Biosecurity awareness, interpretation and practice amongst poultry catchers

Millman

Christley

Rigby

et al. 2017

Preventive Veterinary Medicine

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“…In Canada, biosecurity protocols and producer education programs need to be improved as a recently conducted Canadian survey of producers about their knowledge and attitudes toward food safety and good production practices indicates low to moderate compliance for hand washing (36%) and visitors changing clothing before entering barn (50%) [96]. Another Canadian study found farm workers often commit mistakes related to bio-containment (i.e., barn entry and exit procedures) [101]. It is recommended that on-going producer education emphasize the importance of biosecurity, improved compliance with on-farm food safety program recommendations and monitoring within the context of their local broiler industry [98], [100], [102], [103].…”

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A Systematic Review Characterizing On-Farm Sources of Campylobacter spp. for Broiler Chickens

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Campylobacter and antimicrobial-resistant Campylobacter are frequently isolated from broiler chickens worldwide. In Canada, campylobacteriosis is the third leading cause of enteric disease and the regional emergence of ciprofloxacin-resistant Campylobacter in broiler chickens has raised a public health concern. This study aimed to identify, critically appraise, and synthesize literature on sources of Campylobacter in broilers at the farm level using systematic review methodology. Literature searches were conducted in January 2012 and included electronic searches in four bibliographic databases. Relevant studies in French or English (n = 95) conducted worldwide in any year and all study designs were included. Risk of Bias and GRADE criteria endorsed by the Cochrane collaboration was used to assess the internal validity of the study and overall confidence in the meta-analysis. The categories for on-farm sources were: broiler breeders/vertical transfer (number of studies = 32), animals (n = 57), humans (n = 26), environment (n = 54), and water (n = 63). Only three studies examined the antimicrobial resistance profiles of Campylobacter from these on-farm sources. Subgroups of data by source and outcome were analyzed using random effect meta-analysis. The highest risk for contaminating a new flock appears to be a contaminated barn environment due to insufficient cleaning and disinfection, insufficient downtime, and the presence of an adjacent broiler flock. Effective biosecurity enhancements from physical barriers to restricting human movement on the farm are recommended for consideration to enhance local on-farm food safety programs. Improved sampling procedures and standardized laboratory testing are needed for comparability across studies. Knowledge gaps that should be addressed include farm-level drug use and antimicrobial resistance information, further evaluation of the potential for vertical transfer, and improved genotyping methods to strengthen our understanding of Campylobacter epidemiology in broilers at the farm-level. This systematic review emphasizes the importance of improved industry-level and on-farm risk management strategies to reduce pre-harvest Campylobacter in broilers.

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“…In our analysis, somewhat surprisingly, the presence of a gate at the point of entry to a farm and the presence of a lock for each pig pen were significantly associated with ASF infection and outbreaks on the farm (Table 4). Vaillancourt and Carver (1998) and Racicot et al (2011) have established that the presence of a gate and other biosecurity measures do not always correlate with use and compliance. Response bias with regard to biosecurity questions in farms have also been reported in the past (Nespeca et al, 1997).…”

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Drivers and risk factors for circulating African swine fever virus in Uganda, 2012–2013

Kabuuka

Kasaija

Mulindwa

et al. 2014

Research in Veterinary Science

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We explored observed risk factors and drivers of infection possibly associated with African swine fever (ASF) epidemiology in Uganda. Representative sub-populations of pig farms and statistics were used in a case-control model. Indiscriminate disposal of pig viscera and waste materials after slaughter, including on open refuse dumps, farm-gate buyers collecting pigs and pig products from within a farm, and retention of survivor pigs were plausible risk factors. Wire mesh-protected windows in pig houses were found to be protective against ASF infection. Sighting engorged ticks on pigs, the presence of a lock for each pig pen and/or a gate at the farm entrance were significantly associated with infection/non-infection; possible explanations were offered. Strict adherence to planned within-farm and community-based biosecurity, and avoidance of identified risk factors is recommended to reduce infection. Training for small-scale and emerging farmers should involve multidimensional and multidisciplinary ap-proaches to reduce humanrelated risky behaviours driving infection.

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Description of 44 biosecurity errors while entering and exiting poultry barns based on video surveillance in Quebec, Canada

Cited by 42 publications

References 23 publications

“Catch 22”: Biosecurity awareness, interpretation and practice amongst poultry catchers

“Catch 22”: Biosecurity awareness, interpretation and practice amongst poultry catchers

A Systematic Review Characterizing On-Farm Sources of Campylobacter spp. for Broiler Chickens

Drivers and risk factors for circulating African swine fever virus in Uganda, 2012–2013

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