biosecurity resources
premises Identification
CREATING A PREMISES MAP
This video will describe how producers can create a premises map for their operation.
PREMISES IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Learn why producers should get a national premises identification number (PIN) and how it will be used in a disease outbreak.
Biosecurity Templates
BQA DAILY BIOSECURITY PLAN FOR DISEASE PREVENTION
Biosecurity is integral to the everyday health and sustainability of a cattle operation. This template helps cattle producers create a customizable daily biosecurity plan for their operation. The template is available digitally as a fillable PDF or can be printed out for handwritten plans. Created in partnership with the Secure Beef Supply Plan.
SBS ENHANCED BIOSECURITY PLAN FOR FMD
Implementing enhanced biosecurity plans will help prevent exposing cattle to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) during an outbreak. The Secure Beef Supply (SBS) Plan for Continuity of Business provides opportunities to voluntarily prepare before an outbreak. Click to go to the SBS website for more resources on FMD and how to write an operation-specific, enhanced biosecurity plan.
EXAMPLE DAILY BIOSECURITY PLAN - GARCIA RANCH
Example daily biosecurity plan for cattle producers to follow when filling out their own biosecurity plans for daily operations.
BIOSECURITY PROTOCOLS FOR FARM/RANCH VISITORS
This form can be adapted to your operation’s biosecurity protocols for any domestic or international visitors. Work with your herd veterinarian to customize. The People Entry Log may be used as a sign-in sheet.
BIOSECURITY POSTERS AND SIGNS
Biosecurity guidelines for livestock producers and transporters for auction markets, feed stores, or other high foot traffic areas. Printable in two sizes.
BIOSECURITY FLYERS
Biosecurity tips for incoming animals provides information on BQA biosecurity and Secure Beef Supply. These flyers can be printed double-sided and cut (final size 3.5” x 8.5”) for easy distribution as envelope stuffers or handouts.
NEW WORLD SCREWWORM PREVENTION AND DETECTION POSTER AND SIGN
Provides guidance on maintaining cattle health and biosecurity through routine monitoring, wound care, pest management and early disease detection. Printable in two sizes.
TRANSPORTATION BIOSECURITY POSTER AND SIGN
Provides guidance on livestock transport biosecurity, emphasizing proper cleaning, disinfection and hygiene practices to help prevent the spread of disease and protect animal and human health. Printable in two sizes.
INPUTS/OUTPUTS TO THE OPERATION & CONTINGENCY PLANNING
Items moving on and off the cattle operation are essential for business. They can also spread disease unless biosecurity steps are in place. This worksheet can help you create your labeled premises map in your biosecurity plan.