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Health and Safety Plan <br /> 1319 & 1327 South Madison Street, Stockton, CA <br /> 432770 <br /> 3 <br /> Tick Removing a tick <br /> Ticks are common, especially in the warmer weather months and may carry diseases such as <br /> Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme disease. <br /> First Aid for tick bites: <br /> • Use a fine tipped tweezers, grasp tick firmly as close to skin as possible and pull the body <br /> away from skin. Avoid crushing the body and don't twist. <br /> • If parts of the tick remain in the skin, don't be alarmed as the mouth will dislodge as skin <br /> sloughs off. <br /> • Wash area with soap and water and apply antiseptic or antibiotic ointment to prevent <br /> infection. <br /> • If unexplained symptoms develop such as severe headaches, fever, or rash within 10 days of <br /> the bite, seek medical attention. <br /> *r' de <br /> Chigger <br /> : Bites <br /> Chiggers are tiny, s-legged wingless organisms that grow up to become a type of mite. They are <br /> found in tall grass and weeds and their bites cause severe itching. <br /> First Aid for chiggers; <br /> • Reduce discomfort and prevent infection <br /> • The affected area should be kept clean by washing with soap and water <br /> • A hydrocortisone cream, antihistamine, or local anesthetic may be of value in reducing the <br /> itching <br /> • The wounds should not be scratched, if possible <br /> • If signs of infection occur, consult your physician <br />