In the sixth installment of our six-part CLEAN Lessons Learned series, we will examine the critical challenges of H5N1 avian influenza and its impact on worker safety. This session will highlight innovative strategies to protect frontline workers—including poultry workers, veterinarians, and wildlife handlers—while addressing biosecurity, mental health, and outbreak response measures to mitigate risks effectively.

This session, brought to you by the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and the Integrated Bioscience and Built Environment Consortium (IBEC), serves as a vital bridge between scientific research and real-world occupational health applications in managing infectious disease risks.

In this session, we will uncover key occupational hazards associated with H5N1 and discuss proactive strategies for risk mitigation, enhanced surveillance, and worker safety policies. By leveraging expert insights, we aim to equip organizations with actionable knowledge to better protect workers in high-risk environments.

Join us as we explore the intersection of zoonotic disease management, public health policies, and occupational safety. This session will provide valuable insights from leading scholars and practitioners, facilitating a comprehensive discussion on emerging challenges and practical solutions in managing H5N1 risks.

The session will feature a panel of distinguished experts from the European Center for Disease Medicine (CEMEC), the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the University of Maryland, and the Colorado Department of Agriculture. For this session, our panelists bring extensive expertise in infectious disease management, public health, and occupational safety. Their insights will be instrumental in guiding discussions and strategies to safeguard frontline workers and mitigate the risks of avian influenza.