What is a biosecurity event
14 What is a biosecurity event
A biosecurity event is an event comprising something that—
has happened, is happening or may happen; and
has had, is having or may have a significant adverse effect on a biosecurity consideration; and
was or is being caused by, or may be or may have been caused by, biosecurity matter.
Examples—
1 A horse has died and it has been confirmed that the death was caused by the Hendra virus infection. This may have a significant adverse effect on human health.
2 There has been a suspected outbreak of foot and mouth disease in another State that may spread to the State and may have a significant adverse effect on the economy.
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