Contribute to Bio-security

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This NOS document outlines the essential skills and knowledge required to effectively contribute to bio-security measures in livestock markets, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safety protocols when on-site and during site transitions.

Performance Criteria

• Maintain organizational bio-security measures while on-site and during entry/exit.
• Use personal protective equipment as per organizational requirements.
• Prevent unnecessary contamination and cross-contamination of the site.
• Recognize and report bio-security concerns to the relevant personnel.

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Understand bio-security procedures for on-site operations and transitions.
• Recognize how contamination occurs and its potential consequences for livestock.
• Familiarity with bio-security standards specific to the work area.
• Comprehend health and safety procedures related to bio-security.

Relevent Roles

• Food operatives
• Supply chain personnel
• Process operatives
• Plant and machine operatives
• Manufacturing technologies personnel