Improve the operation of checkpoints for African swine fever.
(Baonghean.vn) - Inspecting the establishment of quarantine checkpoints in Yen Thanh district, the working group of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development pointed out shortcomings that need to be urgently addressed.
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| Inspections at checkpoints in Phu Thanh commune revealed that the disinfection pits did not meet regulations because the tarpaulins were too narrow. Photo: Xuan Hoang |
On the morning of June 12th, a delegation from the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by Deputy Director Nguyen Van Lap, inspected the establishment and operation of checkpoints to prevent the spread of African swine fever in Yen Thanh district.
Accordingly, the inspection team checked the checkpoints in the communes of Phu Thanh, Hong Thanh, Tho Thanh, and Tang Thanh.
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| The checkpoint in Tho Thanh commune is located on a deserted road, and lacks tents or shelters, affecting the effectiveness of the checkpoint personnel, especially on hot days. The checkpoint also does not meet technical standards. Photo: Xuan Hoang |
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| A rope wrapped around a barrier at a COVID-19 checkpoint in Tho Thanh commune makes it difficult to stop vehicles when necessary. Photo: Xuan Hoang |
Inspections revealed that local authorities setting up checkpoints did not ensure the necessary technical standards and service conditions for manning the checkpoints.
Comrade Nguyen Van Lap acknowledged that Yen Thanh district has paid attention to the prevention and control of African swine fever in the past period. However, the localities have not ensured that the establishment of checkpoints complies with the regulations of the Veterinary Department. Therefore, Comrade Nguyen Van Lap reminded Yen Thanh district to promptly rectify the shortcomings at the checkpoints.
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| The quarantine checkpoint in Tang Thanh commune does not meet technical standards and lacks the necessary conditions for personnel to maintain a 24/7 presence. Photo: Xuan Hoang |
That is, at each checkpoint there must be temporary shelters or booths to serve the checkpoint duty, ensuring 24/7 operation. The barrier posts must have easily accessible ropes; the disinfection pits must meet technical requirements. Checkpoints need to have logbooks and clear shift handover procedures.
The spread of African swine fever from one region to another is due to many reasons, including transmission through transportation. Therefore, establishing checkpoints is crucial for localities that have experienced outbreaks. Local authorities are requested to implement Decision No. 812, dated March 19, 2019, of the Provincial People's Committee.
