Bird Flu Risk for Farmworkers in 2024

Farmworkers and Bird Flu Risk: 2024 Safety Guide

This training covers the essentials of bird flu (H5N1) risk for farmworkers, especially those working with poultry, dairy cows, or other livestock. Learn how the virus spreads, recognize symptoms, and follow key prevention steps on your farm or ranch.

Use cases

• When working with poultry, dairy cows, or any livestock on a farm or ranch
• For developing or updating farm biosecurity and PPE protocols
• During outbreaks or increased risk periods for avian influenza in your region

Why it works

• Focuses on practical, farm-specific steps like PPE, hygiene, and animal handling
• Highlights early symptom recognition and response to minimize spread
• Informed by the latest 2024 data on avian influenza transmission in agricultural environments