Trucker Biosecurity Checklist
A trucker biosecurity checklist for livestock haulers to follow when visiting farms, to avoid carrying disease between operations. Print it and keep it handy where the work gets done.
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What is on this checklist
- Clean truck and trailer before the visit
- Disinfect trailer between loads
- Wear clean boots and clothes
- Park away from animal pens
- Keep cab and cattle areas separate
- Record farms visited
- Report sick animals seen
- Follow farm rules on entry
How to use this checklist
Fill in the farm, date and your name, then walk the job with the sheet in hand. A habit of five minutes on this list tends to catch small problems early.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA APHIS and Texas Animal Health Commission.
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