Executive Development Programme in Infection Control for Wildlife Reserves

• Fundamentals of Infection Control: Introduction to microorganisms, transmission routes, and basic principles of infection prevention. • Zoonotic Diseases: Overview of diseases transmissible between animals and humans, with a focus on wildlife. • Infection Control in Wildlife Reserves: Best practices for infection control in wildlife reserves, including staff training, cleaning protocols, and waste management. • Wildlife Health Monitoring: Strategies for monitoring wildlife health, including surveillance, diagnostics, and data analysis. • Biosafety and Biosecurity: Implementing biosafety and biosecurity measures to protect staff, visitors, and wildlife. • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Proper use, selection, and maintenance of PPE in wildlife reserve settings. • Emergency Response Planning: Developing emergency response plans for infectious disease outbreaks in wildlife reserves. • Communication and Collaboration: Building relationships with public health officials, veterinarians, and other stakeholders to enhance infection control efforts. • Regulatory Compliance: Understanding and adhering to local, national, and international regulations related to infection control in wildlife reserves.