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.

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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 Skin Don’t handle plants or vines unnecessarily “If leaves are three, let this plant be If exposed, WASH  You  Clothing  Equipment

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 susceptible Can be recognized and prevented

Fatigue Symptoms Inability to concentrate Slurring words, incomplete sentences and speech patterns Bloodshot eyes and haggard facial expression Inability to walk properly Drooping eyelids False energy or “slap happiness”

Preventing Fatigue Taking frequent breaks or catnaps when not on duty Eating light snacks through the day Changing seating arrangements in vehicles regularly Adequate sleep during crew rest periods Complete 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 other If 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

QUESTIONS?