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PHASE B : MULTI-STAKEHOLDER FORUM
Table 14 ( continued ): Draft Tactics for Priority Initiatives - for Stakeholder Consultation Initiative
Promote use of farm SOPs
Develop producer education
Draft Tactics
1 . Veterinarians and producers review and evaluate existing implementation approaches . such as those utilized in existing commodity quality assurance programs 2 . Promote the value of SOPs with consistent and effective messaging regarding the value of SOPs 3 . Identify tools to facilitate implementation of SOPs , including : a . tele-practice for remote areas b . incorporation into existing quality assurance programs c . commodity groups providing generic SOPs for adaptation by veterinarians and producers to be farm-specific d . commodity specific aspects of implementation 4 . Veterinarians and producers continually update strategies for promotion of implementation of SOPs , by species and commodity 5 . Devise a system for evaluation of the effectiveness of knowledge transfer strategies for SOPs
Veterinarians and producers :
1 . Identify and evaluate existing education programs for producers on appropriate on-farm antibiotic use a . identify education programs which include components related to appropriate antibiotic use b . avoid potential redundancies and areas of overlap 2 . Define goals of education program 3 . Identify areas of need for enhanced education for producers , such as : a . evidence-based information b . understanding of alternatives to antibiotics c . understanding of value of program d . focus on animal health e . importance of the veterinarian-client-patient relationship f . importance of a diagnosis before using an antibiotic g . assisting producers in decision-making about use h . species and commodity specific information 4 . Develop multi-media approaches to complement existing resources to support and educate producers , as needed 5 . Devise a high-level strategy for implementation of producer training , including : a . assessment of opportunities for delivery , including : i . in conjunction with existing continuing education events ii . as a collaborative program with organizations such as OMAFRA iii . various media options so course is easily accessible by all b . frequency of course delivery c . core component and species-specific components d . involvement of stakeholders and industry groups e . possibility of peer group learning f . getting leaders on board g . consistent messaging around why the program is important 6 . Establish and implement a review and update cycle of the tools utilized , and the content of the education program ( s ) 7 . Assess knowledge transfer to ensure effectiveness of program
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