Lyme Disease Prevention Checklist
A Lyme disease prevention checklist for farm workers and families to follow before, during, and after outdoor work in tick areas, and it is free to print and fill in by hand.
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What is on this checklist
- Wear protective clothing
- Use repellent per the product label
- Check for ticks during work
- Do a full body check after
- Shower after outdoor work
- Dry and check clothes
- Keep brush and grass trimmed
- Check pets and livestock
- Know whom to call if bitten
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
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 eXtension.
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