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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Environmental Health
… contact control practices that prevent contamination of the skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and clothing. These precautions should be observed when contact with potentially hazardous materials, … there is a possibility of debris, dirt, or other hazardous substance causing contamination of clothing and shoes. A respirator (N95 or higher) may be worn for situations involving airborne … investigation of human health hazards often requires the wearing of common PPE and protective clothing to protect feet (boots or heavy shoes), eyes (safety glasses), hands (safety gloves, … -
Lyme Disease Ticks Me Off! Lyme Disease Prevention Toolkit from Eau Claire, Wisconsin
… Using insect repellent does not protect against tick bites. o Yes o No o Not sure 7. Putting clothing in the dryer for at least 10 minutes (or longer if clothes are wet) will kill any … (check all that apply) o DEET (Example: Off!) o Permethrin o Pre-treated tick repellent clothing o Picaridin o BioUD o IR3535 (Examples: Skinsosoft and Skinsmart) o Essential oils o … in the yard, I…… Frequently Often Sometimes Seldom Never Not Applicable wear light-colored clothing use insect/tick repellent on skin and/or clothing check my body for ticks afterwards … -
Lyme Disease Trends in Wisconsin
… litter. If venturing in these areas, avoid overgrown grass and brush.11,12 Wear light-colored clothing so ticks can be easily spotted. Long- sleeved shirts and pants should be tucked into … skin contact.11 Use repellents. Repellents with 20 to 30% DEET may be applied to skin and clothing to provide protection for several hours.11,12 Treat clothing with permethrin. Clothing may also be treated with 0.5% permethrin, an insecticide that … -
EPHT- Extreme Cold In Wisconsin: Trends, Surveillance, and Prevention
… concluded that she likely fell and sustained minor injuries. Although she was wearing suitable clothing for the weather, she was unable to stand because of impaired mobility. Case 3. In March … -
Through the Cracks: Preventing Vapor Intrusion Exposure in Wisconsin
… as well as several “drop-off” locations where customers would drop off and pick up their clothing. Typically, dry cleaning did not occur at these drop-off locations. However, in some … -
Environmental Public Health Tracking: Lead Poisoning Data
… lead dust, lead-based products, and lead fumes. Lead dust can also be taken home on workers’ clothing, shoes, or tools, which can expose children and other household members to lead (this is … -
Working Safe For Wisconsin Teens
… environment have? Training on chemicals and other health and safety hazards. Protective clothing and equipment (personal protective equipment, or PPE), and training on how to use PPE. … you should: Follow all safety rules and instructions; use safety equipment and protective clothing when needed. Look out for coworkers. Keep work areas clean and neat. Know what to … -
EPHT: Creating More Comprehensive Sun Safety Policies At Day Cares
… they updated their policies to include guidance on sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and protective clothing use, as well as language on limiting exposure between peak hours and educating parents … -
Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Residences: Information for landlords
… appliances are: gas or oil-burning furnaces, gas or wood-burning stoves, and gas-powered clothing dryers. CO detectors are required on every floor of a residence, including the … -
Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Residences: Information for Tenants
… appliances include gas or oil-burning furnaces, gas or wood-burning stoves, and gas-powered clothing dryers. TAKE ACTION Check that there is a working CO detector installed on every floor … -
Silicosis: What Workers Need to Know
… work practices. • Avoid eating or drinking in dusty areas. • Shower and/or change into clean clothing before leaving the worksite to avoid contaminating cars, homes, and other work areas. • … -
Ideas for Taking Action: Lyme Disease
… Attitudes, Skills Promote tick prevention activities such as using repellent, treating clothing with permethrin, doing tick self-checks, and removing ticks promptly, especially among … -
Environmental Public Health Tracking: Melanoma Data
… melanoma by taking the following precautions: Seek shade, especially during midday hours Wear clothing to protect exposed skin Wear a hat with a wide brim to shade the face, head, ears, and … -
Heat Stress in Wisconsin: Resources and Opportunities for Action
… staying hydrated, avoiding exertion outside, taking a cool shower or bath, and wearing light clothing. Stay in an air conditioned place if possible during extreme heat. Fans may provide some … -
Chapter 7: Environmental Assessment and Intervention for a Child with Lead Poisoning
… exposure to lead at work, the RA/LHI may take wipe samples from sources such as work shoes, clothing, tools or vehicles. The benefits and drawbacks of different ways to measure lead on … -
Appendix A: Forms
… dental visit (mm/dd/yy) Financial The family reports not having enough money for: Food Shelter Clothing Medical needs Assistance provided to the family to address family financial resources: …