Protect Workers from Tick Exposure and Tick-Borne Illnesses

? BEFORE THE SHIFT

• ☐ Job Hazard Assessment (JHA) completed for tick exposure risk
• ☐ Weather and season reviewed
• ☐ Staff have received tick safety training
• ☐ Workers reminded to wear appropriate clothing: ☐ Long pants and long sleeves ☐ Light-colored clothing (easier to spot ticks) ☐ Pants tucked into socks or boots ☐ Shirts tucked into pants
• ☐ Insect repellent provided (and applied where applicable): ☐ Contains 20–30% DEET, Icaridin (Canada), or Picaridin (U.S.) ☐ Permethrin-treated clothing and gear used when available

? DURING THE SHIFT

• ☐ Workers reminded to: ☐ Stay on clear, well-used trails where possible ☐ Avoid brushing […]

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