FIELD VACCINATION 3.5 Injectable (Inactivated) Vaccines Injectable vaccines must be manually injected into each bird using an 18 gauge needle that is 0.635cm (ј in) in length. There are two major methods to inject chickens; intramuscular (IM; into the muscle) and subcutaneous (SC; under the skin). Several sites are available for each method of injection (see table below). Research has shown that all common injection sites can give satisfactory results if done correctly. When selecting the injection site, consider ease of application, reaction at the injection site, and human safety. Compare to decide which injection site gives the best result in an individual operation.
Crew Safety COBB VACCINATION MANAGEMENT GUIDE Accidental human injection with oil emulsion products poses a serious danger. If this occurs, immediate medical attention should be administered to the injured person. If these products are injected into the hands, fingers or body, they can alter circulation leading to severe injury. Immediate treatment will involve removing the oil emulsified product to improve healing in the affected area. This should be done by a qualified medical professional. Correct injection technique and bird handling will prevent human injection.
Bird handlers have an important responsibility to present the birds for injection at the correct angle for the site of injection. If the syringe operator has to struggle to reach the site of injection, the chance for misapplication and accidental injection is much higher. 24 Injection sites for each injection method Intramuscular (IM; into the muscle) Subcutaneous (SC; under the skin) Breast Neck Wing Inguinal fold Tail Head Thigh Leg