Organisers of events should ensure that they do not seek to attract residents from the UK or other FMD infected areas to the event. However if it is essential for persons from the UK or other FMD infected areas to visit Ireland the following code of practice must be adhered to. Shower with plenty of hot water and soap not forgetting to wash the hair and nails. Ensure that luggage to be used is wiped down with an appropriate approved disinfectant. When entering the country observe the disinfection procedures at ports and border crossings.
Susceptible species are cattle sheep pigs goats and deer.