Information and treatment of Snake bite - (Word Doc)
 

                                                                                     

Background:

 

o        Long trousers, e.g. overall or a pair of jeans

o        Safety boots or comfortable hiking boots, which can protect the ankles.

o        When moving about during the night, the same protective clothing should be worn, and it is important for a person to have a good torch, to be able to see where he/she is walking.

 

General safety rules:  

 

 

 

First Aid Treatment:

 

 

Never do the following:

 

 

Venom in the eye:

 

15 – 20 minutes, while arranging transport to a medical facility.

medical doctor as soon as possible.