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Health Hazards at Work – Pests and Toxic Plants
Anyone who works or spends time outdoors is at risk of exposure to stinging insects, ticks, mosquitoes, and toxic plants. Some of these can cause very serious reactions. It’s important that your employees know how to protect themselves from these insects and plants and what to do if exposed.
This course will equip employees with the knowledge and best practices needed to stay safe and healthy while working outdoors. It concentrates on pests and toxic plants, how to mitigate the risks associated with them, and how to recognize the signs of an allergic reaction so employees stay safe while outdoors.
Covered in this course:
- Common pests and toxic plants
- Common hazards associated with pests and toxic plants
- Precautions to lower exposure to pests and toxic plants
- Effective action if exposed to pests or toxic plants
