1. 1NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Natural Hazards Developed as part of the National Emergency Services Curriculum Project

2. 2NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

3. 3NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

4. 4NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

5. 5NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Poison Plants Continued

6. 6NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Poison Plants Continued

7. 7NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

8. 8NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Fire Ant

9. 9NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued Honey/Bumble Bee

10. 10NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued Wasp

11. 11NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued Brown Recluse Spider

12. 12NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued Black Widow Spider

13. 13NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued Can transmit disease

14. 14NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Insects to watch out for Continued

15. 15NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes If you fear snakes, it is probably because you are unfamiliar with them or you have wrong information about them.There is no need for you to fear snakes if you know— Their habits. How to identify the dangerous kinds. Precautions to take to prevent snakebite. What actions to take in case of snakebite

16. 16NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Avoiding Snakebites Follow these simple rules to reduce the chance of accidental snakebite: Don’t sleep next to brush, tall grass, large boulders, or trees. They provide hiding places for snakes. Don’t put your hands into dark places, such as rock crevices, heavy brush, or hollow logs, without first investigating. Don’t step over a fallen tree. Step on the log and look to see if there is a snake resting on the other side.

17. 17NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Avoiding Snakebites Continued Don’t walk through heavy brush or tall grass without looking down. Look where you are walking. Don’t pick up any snake unless you are absolutely positive it is not venomous. Don’t pick up freshly killed snakes without first severing the head. The nervous system may still be active and a dead snake can deliver a bite. Nearly all snakes avoid man if possible. Most snakes get out of the way and are seldom seen.

18. 18NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Cottonmouth / Water Moccasin

19. 19NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Cottonmouth / Water Moccasin

20. 20NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Canebreak Rattlesnake

21. 21NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

22. 22NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Pigmy Rattlesnake

23. 23NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Copperhead Snake

24. 24NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Coral Snake

25. 25NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued Mojave Rattlesnake

26. 26NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Snakes to watch out for Continued

27. 27NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Fatigue Can cause reduced search effectiveness, lack of concentration, and possibly unnecessary injuries or death Everyone is susceptible Can be recognized and prevented

28. 28NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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”

29. 29NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

30. 30NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities 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

31. 31NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities Natural Hazards Tasks Ground Team Member –O-0101: Identify Natural Hazards –O-0103: Prevent and Treat Fatigue

32. 32NATHAZ..PPT LAST REVISED: 9 JULY 2008 Citizens Serving Communities QUESTIONS? THINK SAFETY!