natural hazards. general there are many things in our environment that can have a negative affect on...
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Natural Hazards
General
There are many things in our environment that can have a negative affect on the performance of ground team members Hot or Cold weather Terrain Poison Plants Insects and Snakes Fatigue
Terrain
The terrain that teams are often working in can impact their performance Cliffs and steep terrain Drainage, flood or swampy areas Rough terrain (boulder fields or areas of loose rocks
or sand)
Allow enough time for your teams to safely traverse hazardous areas
Poison Plants
Cover Exposed SkinDon’t handle plants or vines
unnecessarily“If leaves are three, let this plant beIf exposed, WASH
You Clothing Equipment
Poison Plants Continued
Poison Plants Continued
Snakes & Insects
Be watchful for nests and resting places Look before you leap
Dispose of trash properly to avoid attracting insects or other critters
Carry and use your medication for allergies as necessary
Insects to watch out for
Fire Ant
Insects to watch out for Continued
Honey/Bumble Bee
Insects to watch out for Continued
Wasp
Insects to watch out for Continued
Brown Recluse Spider
Insects to watch out for Continued
Black Widow Spider
Snakes to watch out for
Cottonmouth / Water Moccasin
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Cottonmouth / Water Moccasin
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Canebreak Rattlesnake
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Pigmy Rattlesnake
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Copperhead Snake
Snakes to watch out for Continued
Coral Snake
Fatigue
Can cause reduced search effectiveness, lack of concentration, and possibly unnecessary injuries or death
Everyone is susceptibleCan be recognized and prevented
Fatigue Symptoms
Inability to concentrateSlurring words, incomplete sentences and
speech patternsBloodshot eyes and haggard facial expressionInability to walk properlyDrooping eyelidsFalse energy or “slap happiness”
Preventing Fatigue
Taking frequent breaks or catnaps when not on duty
Eating light snacks through the dayChanging seating arrangements in vehicles
regularlyAdequate sleep during crew rest periodsComplete meals and adequate water intake
Preventing Fatigue Continued
Sit, lie down, rest, and sleep whenever possible
Do not engage in unnecessary physical activity when waiting for an assignment
Buddy System - Watch each otherIf members show signs of fatigue take
them off duty until they can be effective You can be replaced
Natural Hazards Tasks
Ground Team Member O-0101: Identify Natural Hazards O-0103: Prevent and Treat Fatigue
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