This training will focus on biosecurity as it applies to farms and farm animals, emergency disaster sheltering (companion animals), and first responder called to emergency incidents involving animals. Topics will include an overview of biosecurity and principles, biosecurity best practices on farms (livestock and poultry) and companion animal shelters, and biosecurity and PPE recommendations for first responders. Intended audience: anyone who owns or works with domestic animals and emergency responders. CE will be requested for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
| Details |
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| Date(s) |
Thu. Jun 25, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm
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| Location |
Forsyth County Fire Department
3000 Aviation Drive, Winston-Salem NC 27105
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| Building/Room |
Training Room |
| Handicap Accessibility |
Yes
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| WiFi Access |
Yes
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| ESF |
ESF9 - Search and Rescue,
ESF11 - Agriculture and Natural Resources,
Local Response Team
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| Functional Areas |
Emergency Management / Planning,
Emergency Services
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| Offered By |
Forsyth County |
| Primary Instructor |
Bouchey, Michelle L. |
| Additional Instructors |
Allen, Anna
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| Course Length |
3 Hours |
| Course Hours |
3.00 |
| CEUs |
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| Award Credentials |
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| Prerequisites |
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| Equivalent Prerequisites |
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| Target Audience |
Animal responders, animal services, fire & rescue personnel, veterinarians & vet techs, emergency managers, NCDA&CS, and anyone that works with domestic animals |
