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• Poisonous snakebites are medical emergencies—seek immediate medical treatment. <br /> – Wear sturdy leather boots. <br /> 6.1.28 Wild Dogs <br /> If wild dogs are observed in the area,the following precautions should be taken: <br /> • All dogs should be treated as potentially dangerous. <br /> • A wild dog should never be approached. <br /> – A barking dog should never be approached, regardless of whether it is wagging its <br /> tail <br /> – Dogs should not be antagonized nor attempted to be pet. If a dog approaches, one <br /> should not run but should retreat slowly facing the dog. <br /> – Refuge should be taken in a vehicle or building until wild dogs have left the area. <br /> – If wild dogs are a known problem in the area, dog repellant should be obtained for <br /> potential use in critical situations. Dog repellant should only be used if attacked and <br /> dog repellant should be sprayed directly at the dog's nostrils. <br /> Anyone bitten by a dog should seek medical treatment immediately regardless of the severity of the <br /> injury. Even small bites or contact with animal saliva can transmit rabies. Affected areas should be <br /> washed with soap and water as soon as possible. <br /> 6.1.29 Poisonous Plants <br /> Poisonous plants include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Observe the following procedures <br /> and practices regarding poisonous plants. <br /> • Avoid entering areas infested with poisonous plants. <br /> • Immediately wash any areas that is exposed to poisonous plants. <br /> – Use PPE when there is a possibility of contact with poisonous plants. <br /> 6.1.30 Heat Stress <br /> Observe APTIM Procedure AMS-710-01-PR-0600. In addition, observe the following general procedures <br /> and practices regarding heat stress: <br /> • Increase number of rest breaks and/or rotate workers in shorter work shifts. <br /> 6-19 <br />