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Tick Removal and First Aid <br />Using a Tick Removal Tool Using Tweezers <br />3) Pull upward with even pressure. <br />After removal, wash affected area with alcohol or iodine. Wash hands thoroughly after removal. <br />Document date/time of the removal in field notes, field form or H&S app. <br />If rash or fever develops, call WorkCare <br />Poisonous Plants (Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison Sumac) <br />Controlling Exposure to Poisonous Plants <br />Poisonous Plants are ranked as a risk on this project <br />Select required controls below: <br />Engineering Controls Administrative Controls <br />Not applicable X Identify and avoid (see ID Quick Guide below) <br />Mowing of work area X Watch for signs or symptoms of exposure <br />Clearing overgrown vegetation Vehicle cab - maintain good housekeeping <br />Herbicide application Other: <br />Other: <br />Personal Protective Equipment <br />X Gloves White coveralls/Tyvek <br />X Hat/hardhat/head covering Taped cuffs/pant legs <br />Pants tucked in boots Dust mask (during burning activities, etc.) <br />Shirt tucked into pants Other: <br />X Long sleeved shirt and long pants <br />All work outdoors, regardless of time of year, must address poisonous plant hazards and controls <br />in the tailgate safety meeting. For low risk projects, the discussion should consider potential <br />vegetation exposure near fences, buildings, work near trees, etc. <br />Do not crush tick with fingers <br />Ticks removed within 24 hours of embedment represent a very low risk for adverse outcomes. <br />Perform tick checks as directed above. To properly remove a tick: <br />2) Grasp the tick as close to skin as possible <br />Low <br />1) Use point tip tweezers, if available, to reduce <br />potential of crushing the ticks body <br />Heat stress signs/symptoms and controls to also be addressed in tailgate safety meeting if <br />temperatures >80°F