Module 19: Animal Emergency Response

This module provides information to assist you in being an effective asset once your boots hit the ground during an animal health emergency response. Various opportunities and roles for accredited veterinarians are identified and described. An understanding of the basics of the incident command system (ICS) and emergency response plans, including response organization operations and integration, are reviewed. Potential health and safety issues that may arise during an animal health emergency response discussed. Pre-deployment training needs are identified.

• Describe opportunities for veterinarians to assist with animal health emergency responses
• Identify the various roles animal health agencies and organizations have in animal health emergency responses
• Describe the basics of response planning and coordination (e.g., the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System)
• Locate additional resources pertaining to animal health emergency response training.