COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

To prevent the
spread of COVID-19, it is essential to follow health and safety protocols both at home and outside the
home. Here are some important health and safety protocols to follow:

At Home:

1. Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use
hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your face, especially your nose, mouth,
and eyes.

2. Maintain physical distancing: Try to keep at least 6 feet of distance from others who do not live with
you. Avoid close contact, including hugging or shaking hands.

3. Wear a mask: Wear a mask or face covering when you are around others who do not live in your
household, especially when you cannot maintain a distance of 6 feet.

4. Disinfect surfaces: Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, and
countertops frequently.

Outside the Home:

1. Wear a mask: Wear a mask or face covering when you are in public, especially when you cannot
maintain a distance of 6 feet.

2. Practice physical distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from others who do not live in your household.

3. Avoid crowded areas: Try to avoid crowded areas, especially indoor spaces with poor ventilation.

4. Wash your hands: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand
sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

5. Stay home if you are sick: If you have symptoms of COVID-19, stay home and avoid contact with
others.
6. Follow local guidelines: Follow the guidelines set by your local health department, which may include
restrictions on gatherings and travel.

Remember, these health and safety protocols are crucial to preventing the spread of COVID-19. By
following them, you can help protect yourself and others from getting sick.

African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects domestic and wild pigs. It can
spread rapidly and cause significant economic losses in the pig industry. Here are some health and
safety protocols to follow at home and outside the home to prevent the spread of ASF:

At Home:

1. Control access to your property: Restrict access to your property to only necessary personnel, such as
veterinarians or feed delivery personnel.

2. Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling
pigs or pig products, such as feed or bedding. Avoid touching your face, especially your nose, mouth,
and eyes.

3. Implement biosecurity measures: Establish a biosecurity plan and implement measures to prevent the
introduction of ASF onto your property. This may include proper disinfection of equipment and vehicles
and limiting visitors.

4. Monitor your pigs: Monitor your pigs for any signs of illness, such as fever, loss of appetite, or
lethargy. If you suspect your pigs may have ASF, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Outside the Home:

1. Follow quarantine rules: Follow any quarantine rules established by the government in areas affected
by ASF. Do not move pigs or pig products in or out of the quarantine zone.

2. Practice good hygiene: Practice good hygiene when handling pigs or pig products. Wash your hands
thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling them.
3. Avoid contact with pigs: Avoid contact with pigs, both domestic and wild. Do not approach or feed
pigs, and do not enter pig facilities unless necessary.

4. Report sick pigs: If you see any sick pigs, report them to the authorities immediately.

Remember, ASF is a highly contagious disease that can have devastating effects on the pig industry. By
following these health and safety protocols, you can help prevent the spread of ASF and protect your
own pigs and the wider pig population.