Biosecurity containment and environmental compliance

Poultry Biosecurity and Welfare Monitoring

Why does monitoring matter for avian influenza preparedness?

In a high pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI, or bird flu) response, records matter as much as the response itself. AUSVETPLAN describes the national approach to destruction, disposal and decontamination. Destruction is subject to approval by the jurisdictional Chief Veterinary Officer. Mass depopulation is also subject to state and territory animal welfare legislation and the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines. OneTemp does not advise on those procedures. We supply monitoring equipment that helps keep workers safe on site, supports verification by the responsible agency, and produces the records agencies and producers need.

Where can monitoring help?

Emergency disposal

Compost temperature monitoring

Continuous, logged compost temperature data with remote alerts, to support the records agencies require.

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Controlled atmosphere

Gas monitoring

Gas concentration monitoring, alarms and records to support humane outcomes and crew safety, with remote alerts across sites.

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Bird welfare

Poultry shed monitoring

Daily records and early alarms to help producers prepare for national poultry welfare standards, as each state brings them into law.

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Preparing for a bird flu response or upgrading your shed monitoring? Leave your details and one of our specialists will call you back to talk through your site and what you need to monitor.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Does OneTemp advise on how to respond to avian influenza?

    No. AUSVETPLAN describes the national approach to destruction, disposal and decontamination. Destruction is subject to approval by the jurisdictional Chief Veterinary Officer, and mass depopulation is also subject to state and territory animal welfare legislation. OneTemp supplies monitoring equipment that supports those requirements and produces records. Follow your agency’s instructions on all response decisions.

     

  • What does OneTemp supply?

    Monitoring for compost temperature, gas concentration and poultry shed conditions (ammonia, temperature and humidity), specified for each site once we understand your requirements. Systems can include remote alerts and logged records.

     

  • Which documents apply?

    The AUSVETPLAN Response Strategy for Avian Influenza (v5.3) covers response policy. The Disposal (v5.1) . Destruction of Animals (v5.0) operational manuals cover those activities. Poultry welfare requirements come from the national Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines for Poultry, which each state and territory is adopting into its own law. Mass depopulation is also subject to state and territory animal welfare legislation and the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines.

  • How do I get advice for my site?

    Request a callback and our team will talk through your site and requirements. Our team works with government agencies, university researchers and engineering consultants on environmental and research projects.

     

  • Who do I contact if I suspect bird flu?

    Call the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888. It connects you to your state or territory primary industries agency. Your state agency and industry bodies publish further guidance. OneTemp does not advise on suspected cases.

     

Sources

Animal Health Australia, AUSVETPLAN Response Strategy: Avian Influenza (v5.3)
Animal Health Australia, AUSVETPLAN Operational Manual: Disposal (v5.1)
Animal Health Australia, AUSVETPLAN Operational Manual: Destruction of Animals (v5.0)
Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines, Poultry: implementation status by state and territory
Animal Health Australia, The Emergency Animal Disease Hotline: how does it work?
Animal Health Australia, Avian influenza (bird flu)
Australian Veterinary Association, HPAI resources
PIRSA, Avian influenza
NSW DPIRD, H5 bird flu in NSW
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Maintaining good animal welfare outcomes in an emergency animal disease outbreak

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