Emergency Response Preparedness Training for Foreign Animal Diseases and Mass Livestock Mortalities in North Dakota

North Dakota State University Extension is teaming up with various state departments to offer a crucial training on emergency response preparedness for foreign animal diseases and mass livestock mortalities in North Dakota. This training aims to equip local responders with the necessary skills and resources to effectively handle animal disease outbreaks or mass livestock mortalities.

Participants in the training will receive kits containing personal protective equipment required for safe farm visits. Geared towards Extension agents, emergency managers, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians, the hands-on professional development training will cover a range of topics including animal diseases, biosecurity planning, personal protective equipment, incident command systems, humane endings, carcass disposal, stress management, and effective communication in high-stress situations.

The training will be held at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center on either June 11-12 or Sept. 10-11, with seats available for up to 200 participants on each date. Continuing education credits will be offered, and registration is open at ndsu.ag/diseasetraining for a fee of $35 per person. Those interested in attending are encouraged to register by June 1 or Sept. 1 for meal count purposes. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your emergency response preparedness skills and contribute to the safety and well-being of North Dakota’s livestock industry.