Posted By Paul Bellis I am going to be looking at the above subject in a poultry processing plant at the end of the week and am collating information and guidance to look assist in a risk assessment. I am thereore looking for pointers as to information sources etc - someone who has completed a RA in a processing plant would be helpful to kick things off. I have visited the DEFRA site for info any other suggestions? Any latest advice other than other previous postings? What are your thoughts about the transmission routes through mucus membranes -whilst at the slaghter side they usse PP3s - there is no eye protection, what are the risk factors I wonder.. any help would be appreciated --- ok bird jokes are ok too I suppose , brightens the day Paul

Posted By Paul Bellis Yes thats why i am doing one Anyone any experience with such a risk assessment on airbourne pathogens particularily influenza infection in humans from possible contact with infected poultry (e.g., domesticated chicken, ducks, and turkeys) or surfaces contaminated with secretion/excretions from infected birds. chers Paul