Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Snake Bite First Aid Guide
A snake bite first aid guide with ordered steps for farm workers to stay calm, call for help, and avoid outdated treatments while awaiting medical care.
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The steps on this page
- Move away from the snake
- Call emergency services now
- Keep the person calm and still
- Keep the bite below the heart
- Remove rings and tight items
- Wash the wound gently
- Do not cut or suck the bite
- Do not apply ice or a tourniquet
- Note the time and symptoms
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with CDC and Ready.gov.
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