World Health Organization
Operational Considerations for Managing COVID-19 Cases and Outbreaks in Aviation
This is an introductory course offering CPH — Free
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CEU

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Free

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< 3 minutes

Length

1.00 hour

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Under the International Health Regulations (IHR) 2005, public health authorities at international ports, airports and ground crossings are required to establish effective contingency plans and arrangements for responding to events that may constitute a public health emergency of international concern and to communicate with their National IHR Focal Point about relevant public health measures.

The current outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) disease has spread across borders through travelers, conveyances, which has prompted demands for the detection and management of suspected cases at points of entry (POE), including ports, airports and ground crossings, on board conveyances.

What You'll Learn

  • National IHR Focal Points (NFPs)
  • Airport health authorities and local, provincial, and national health surveillance and response systems
  • Civil aviation authorities, airport operators, aircraft operators, airports, and airlines

Competency Terms

Policy Development/Program Planning Skills
Agency & Organization Roles

Related Occupations

Department/Bureau Director
Public health - multiple occupations will benefit

Related Job Tasks

Create, champion, and implement policies, plans, and laws that impact health
Build and maintain a strong organizational infrastructure for public health

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