African swine fever - Personal decontamination

Summary

African swine fever virus (ASFV) is a Category A enveloped virus and can survive for variable periods on surfaces and in organic matter and products such as blood, urine, saliva, faeces, mud and bedding across a broad range of pH and temperature.

This Primefact provides information on decontamination for personnel to manage risks associated with African swine fever, topics include:

• How ASF is spread by people
• When to decontaminate
• Observing farm/ site biosecurity
• How to decontaminate (people, footwear and clothing)