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Health and Safety Plan for Delineation and Destruction of Well B-1 apply sterile bandage wrap over the bite and 2 to 4 inches above the bite. (Note: Bandage should be loose enough to slip your finger underneath.) Venomous Insects Examples of venomous insects include bees, hornets, wasps, and fire ants. Bees, wasps, and hornets are most abundant in the warmer months. Nests and hives may be found in trees, under roof eaves, or on equipment such as ladders. If stung, remove the stinger by gently scraping it out of the skin (do not use tweezers). If stung by an insect, immediately apply an ice pack to the affected area and wash area with soap and water and apply antiseptic. Fire ants bite and sting. Fire ants are usually found in mounds but can be found on trees and water. Look over the site prior to conducting field activities to determine whether venomous insects are likely to be encountered at the site. If an allergic reaction occurs to any venomous sting, contact emergency medical services for appropriate treatment. Ticks Ticks are small arachnids whose diet consists of blood. Ticks do not jump or fly; they spread their legs and grab or crawl onto a passing host. To avoid ticks wear light colored clothing,tuck pants into boots or socks, apply insect repellent and check for ticks after field activities. If a tick is found use tweezers to grasp as close to the skin as possible. Apply gentle pulling motion upward until the tick comes free. Do not yank,twist or turn the tick. Flush the tick down the sink or toilet. Local cleansing and antibiotic appointment should be applied. Keep an eye on the area for infection. Mosquitoes Mosquitoes may transmit diseases such as West Nile virus. Symptoms of West Nile virus include fever, headache, tiredness, body aches, and occasional rash. Avoid mosquito bites by wearing long-sleeved shirt and long pants. Apply insect repellent to clothes and/or skin (if Food and Drug Administration-approved for topical use). Mosquitoes are most active from dusk to dawn. Spiders/Scorpions The black widow and brown recluse spiders are the most venomous. Avoid contact with spiders and scorpions and areas where they may hide; they favor dark hiding places such as well vaults. Inspect clothing and shoes before getting dressed. Wear gloves and safety shoes when working with lumber and rocks, inspecting buildings, etc. Signs and symptoms of bites include headache, cramping pain/muscle rigidity, rash and/or itching, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, weakness or paralysis, and convulsions or shock. Wash bite area with soap and water and apply antibiotic cream. Contact emergency medical services if allergic reaction or severe symptoms occur. 10275-4 D U D E K 12 June 2017