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Charts

Charts

First Aid Chart for Hydrofluoric Acid

This page includes a chart that goes over the symptoms and treatment of hydrofluoric acid burns and contact. The chart is both downloadable and printable.

Diabetes is usually tested by using a blood glucose test.
Disease

Disease

Diabetes Health Statistics Australia

Diabetes is of growing impact in Australia. The prevalence and impact of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes is increasing year by year. Recent data shows how many Australians are directly and indirectly impacted.

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Danger

Fire Safety Hazards

Fires can be devastating, causing damage to property and endangering lives. Identifying hazards is crucial to protecting property and lives.

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Danger

Hazards on Australian Farms

This article goes over many different hazards to look out for on Australian farms, things like geographical isolation, solitary work, equipment and vehicles, chemicals, animals, and much more.

This image is taking place during a rollover/crash
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Danger

Quad Bike Safety, Injuries, and Maintenance

Quad bikes or ATVs, are the #1 cause of death and injury on Australian farms. This article explains how to safely ride and maintain your quad bike along with much more.

Cattle can become aggravated and charge at people, causing trampling and crush injuries. Their friends often join the fray.
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Danger

Australian Farm Animal Hazards

From the unpredictable behaviour of livestock to encounters with venomous reptiles, it is essential for farmers and rural communities to equip themselves with the knowledge of first aid measures, enabling them to respond effectively to animal-related incidents.

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Farm Vehicle and Machinery Injuries and Safety

Vehicles and machinery, the backbone of agricultural operations, possess immense potential for productivity and progress. Their existence also brings many risks, posing a constant challenge to the safety of those who operate these large machines.

Dust is extremely common on farms, but it is too-often overlooked as a hazard.
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Danger

Dust on Australian Farms

Dust, an insidious adversary, sweeps across the arid plains and into the lungs of Australian farms, leaving in its wake a trail of hazardous consequences that farmers and rural communities must grapple with daily.

PPE should always be worn when using hazardous chemicals.
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Danger

Chemical Safety on the Farm

As the saying goes, the dose makes the poison. Everything is a chemical, but the dose of that chemical is what can make it dangerous. Farm work often requires handling large amounts of chemicals - ensuring all workers are using chemicals safely will help mitigate potentially harmful exposures.

The paper bag technique is no substitute for asthma medication.
Allergy and Asthma

Allergy and Asthma

Why Paper Bag Technique Won't Work for Asthma

The paper bag technique is known for a being one way to deal with panic attacks. It’s possible for a person to believe they are having a panic attack when they are actually experiencing an asthma attack, or a diabetic or cardiac problem. What would happen if they resort to paper bag technique?

A rash on the hands is characteristic of hand, foot, and mouth disease.
Disease

Disease

Prevent & Treat Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a common viral infection that affects children under 5 years of age. It is characterized by painful sores on the hands, feet, and inside the mouth. Knowing the symptoms and treatment options can help stop the spread of this highly contagious disease.

Cultural awareness is important in all aspects of our lives.
General Health-Related

General Health-Related

Cultural Respect During First Aid Response

Being culturally respectful when providing first aid involves acknowledging and valuing the cultural beliefs, practices, and preferences of the individual or community you are assisting.