Ventilation in Avian Health

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What primarily causes ventilation failure in a poorly ventilated house during summer?

Hot air rising due to being lighter (correct)

High humidity in the house

Inadequate air circulation

Cold air from outer inlets

What is a consequence of stagnant air in a poorly ventilated poultry house?

Uniform litter moisture distribution

Increased heat stagnation risks (correct)

Decreased humidity levels

Improved flock health

What is one primary objective of ventilation in poultry housing?

To enhance dust accumulation

To promote higher temperatures

To increase humidity levels

To remove harmful gases (correct)

Which factor contributes to the viability and infectivity of pathogenic microorganisms in winter?

High humidity and low temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is an ideal characteristic of a ventilation system for poultry houses?

Even air entry and exit around the walls Signup and view all the answers

Which season requires a greater movement of air for poultry compared to other seasons?

Summer Signup and view all the answers

Which type of natural ventilation is dependent on external winds?

Cross ventilation Signup and view all the answers

What is generally necessary to remove from the poultry environment to prevent heat stress in birds?

Excess heat Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the stack effect as the outside temperature rises?

It becomes less effective Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended air inlet volume for poultry houses?

4 ft³/1000 ft³ of air Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice for ventilation in poultry houses?

A larger number of smaller air inlets Signup and view all the answers

What factor must ventilation control in addition to humidity?

Temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue when using fixed open ridge ventilation?

Common down-draughts Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in the design of ventilation systems for poultry houses regarding airflow?

Uniform air movement Signup and view all the answers

What is a key function of regulating devices in poultry ventilation systems?

To control air speed and direction Signup and view all the answers

How does the air inlet height differ in hot and cold areas for poultry housing?

Hot areas require lower air inlets Signup and view all the answers

What effect does wind have on an outlet chimney?

It enhances the chimney's aspirating action. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal height for air inlets in hot climates?

90-100 cm Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using exhaust fans in poultry houses during winter?

To remove moisture from the air Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ventilation system involves warm, moist air rising and creating a partial vacuum?

Gravity convection ventilation system Signup and view all the answers

Which ventilation system is suitable for a house with a width greater than 12m?

Extraction from side walls using fans Signup and view all the answers

In a negative pressure ventilation system, what is the main function of exhaust fans?

To pull air out of the house Signup and view all the answers

How does the weight of birds and outside temperature relate to ventilation requirements?

They determine the required ventilation rate. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant cause of moisture accumulation in poultry houses?

Exhaled air from the birds Signup and view all the answers

What is the required ventilation rate for broilers in summer?

2.8 – 4.7 m3/hr/kg Signup and view all the answers

What observation indicates poor ventilation in a poultry house?

Accumulation of wet litter Signup and view all the answers

How many fans are needed if the total air flow required is 40,500 m3/hr and each fan has a capacity of 5,000 m3/hr?

8 fans Signup and view all the answers

During summer, what should be provided via the air inlets to maintain proper ventilation?

Cold air Signup and view all the answers

What is one method to lower air flow in a poultry house?

Change fan speed with a rheostat. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason for ensuring good ventilation in a poultry house?

To remove toxic gases and control heat. Signup and view all the answers

How is air inlet speed regulated in a ventilation system?

By using adjustable curtains on openings Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of inadequate air movement in a poultry house?

Increase in respiratory infections among birds Signup and view all the answers

What factor, if increased, will lead to higher moisture levels in a poultry house?

Increased humidity of the air Signup and view all the answers

How can ammonia production in the poultry house be reduced?

Keeping pH of the litter below 7 Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum recommended exposure level of ammonia for humans?

50 ppm for 8 hours Signup and view all the answers

What environmental condition contributes to an increase in ammonia concentration in poultry houses?

Increased litter moisture Signup and view all the answers

What method can be used to measure ammonia levels in a poultry house?

Ammonia strips Signup and view all the answers

Where should thermostats or controller sensors be placed for accurate temperature measurements?

Three to four inches above the floor Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred ammonia concentration level in a poultry house?

10 ppm Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to increased moisture in a poultry house?

Decreased house temperature Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ventilation Lecture Notes

The lecture was given by Dr. M. Q. Al-Natour, a professor of Avian Diseases & Public Health at the JUST Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Irbid, Jordan.
Objectives of ventilation:
- Removing water vapor, especially high humidity, particularly during winter.
- Controlling temperature, removing excess heat to prevent heat stress in summer.
- Removing harmful gases like ammonia, CO, and CO2.
- Removing dust and airborne pathogens.
Ventilation's role:
- Removing by-products of respiration and excretion.
- Controlling temperature and humidity.
- Ensuring uniform air movement throughout the house.
- Removing dust and airborne pathogens.
- Maintaining significant differences in air movement between winter and summer.
Air flow requirements:
- Broiler chickens: 0.75-1.25 F³/min/lb BW in summer and 0.2 F³/min/lb BW in winter. Air flow is 4.7-2.7 M³/hr/kg BW in summer and 0.7 M³/hr/kg BW.
- Layer chickens: 2.50-1.5 F³/min/lb BW in summer and 0.4 F³/min/lb BW in winter. - Air flow is 8.9-5.4 M³/hr/kg BW in summer and 1.4 M³/hr/kg BW.
Air inlet volume:
- Inlet should be at 90-100 cm height for hotter areas and >100 cm height in cold areas.
- Regulate speed & direction of incoming air.
- Supply cold air from outside inlets to avoid hot air rising.
Problems in poorly ventilated houses:
- Stagnant air becomes warmer and more humid.
- Leading to uneven distribution and higher concentrations of excreta and expired air.
- Causes exacerbation of respiratory diseases (like coccidosis).
- Increase in humidity and low temperature (common in winter).
- Favors the viability and infectivity of pathogenic microorganisms.
- Wet litter production of ammonia.
Ventilation system:
- Design needs to be simple and easy for the person managing the livestock, to control.
- Air should enter and leave evenly, avoiding dead space.
- Incoming air needs a standard, low and uniform velocity.
Natural ventilation systems:
- Cross ventilation relies on outside winds and may not function well during calm hot weather.
- Stack effect uses temperature difference; warmer air rises through the roof, followed by cooler air entering through side openings. The larger the difference in temperature between indoors and out, the greater the "stack effect".
- Avoid downward drafts and down-draught by using chimney-type outlets, good practice to have many small inlets.
Mechanical ventilation systems: Air extraction from the roof, side walls or cross-ventilation.
Ventilation rates:
- Broilers: 0.75 m³/hr/kg body weight in winter and 2.8-4.7 m³/hr/kg body weight in summer.
- Layers: 1.50 m³/hr/kg body weight in winter and 5.6-9.4 m³/hr/kg body weight in summer. (Ventilation rate is dependent on the weight of the bird and outside temperature).
Calculating fan capacity:
- Use weight of a bird, the air flow requirement, and fan capacity for calculation
Moisture in poultry houses:
- Water in fecal material (75-80%) and water in expired air.
- Moisture removal is a challenge in cold weather, because of the incoming air's humidity.
- Good ventilation, crucial for removing humidity.
Ammonia levels are relevant in poultry houses:
- Ammonia gas is a by-product of decomposition of organic matter in litter, lighter than air.
- Levels should remain below 50 ppm, preferably 10 ppm, levels above 50 are harmful.
- Measured in parts per million (ppm).
- Reducing ammonia involves increasing airflow through the house, lowering litter pH, and replacing litter.
Specific measuring devices for ammonia include ammonia strips, and pH meters are more expensive.

Further Topics

Detailed descriptions of the different ventilation systems
Diagrams of ventilation systems, showing positive, negative, and convection systems in winter/summer housing.
Details about the various measures of ventilation rate and flow.

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Explore the vital role of ventilation in poultry health through this quiz based on a lecture given by Dr. M. Q. Al-Natour. Understand how proper ventilation can control humidity, temperature, and harmful gases, contributing to the well-being of chickens. Test your knowledge on air flow requirements and the importance of maintaining a healthy environment for avian species.