Transporters

Transporters need to take additional precautions to reduce the spread of Psa-V.

Psa-V-infected plant material, whether as part of a load or as a 'hitchhiker', contains live Psa-V that can live for weeks at a time and carries a very high contamination risk.

Main principles for transporters

• Before exiting a loading site, all transport vehicles must be inspected for 'hitchhiker' plant material and soil.
• Pay particular attention to ensure wheels, tyres, wheel arches and all work surfaces are clean and not harbouring soil and plant fragments.
• Before leaving a loading site, wash down any vehicle that has come into contact with kiwifruit plant material.

Refer to the KVH Protocol - fruit bins for more information on inter-regional bin movement.

Contractor hygiene resources

Orchard Psa-V biosecurity pocket guides are available to view and download in English and Punjabi. A poster version, translated into several languages, can be downloaded from the links below.

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