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Clean-up after a flood Last updated September 23, 2022 … needed to kill mold completely. Always follow manufacturer safety instructions when handling disinfectants and … area, contact your municipality or regional district. What precautions should be taken for food safety? When food and …
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Safety tips for swimmers Last updated February 17, 2023 … Signs and rules are there to protect you and to keep pools clean and germ-free. Walk, do not run Never run on the pool … is a lifeguard. Play carefully If you lost consciousness after hitting your head against pool walls or rocks, you …
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… Sun safety for children Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … on the package and reapply every couple of hours, after swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and … them if they are out of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and heat? Yes. …
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… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 … foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use the washroom. Thoroughly wash fruits and …
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Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last … talk to a health care provider or workplace safety officer to find out what measures exist to reduce … of fluid or bleeding from your vagina that doesn’t stop after going to the bathroom Stomach pains or bad cramps that …
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… Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer Last updated March 10, … Wash your hands before you eat or handle any food, and after you use the bathroom. Scrub all parts of your hands … and rinse them under warm water. Dry your hands with a clean cloth or paper towel. Clean kitchen tools and surfaces …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink BC File … and enjoyable as possible, always consider the following precautions: Cleanliness and disinfection It is the owner’s …
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Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat … caffeinated drinks to reduce the risk of dehydration Car Safety Never leave your infant or child alone in the car, … . For more information on sun safety, visit: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children …
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… BC regional office in your area: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/contact-us . How can I manage stress while volunteering? Being a volunteer in disasters and emergencies can be very stressful. You may … emergencies or disasters. Relying on volunteers during and after an emergency can place more stress or burden on those …
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… for your support network to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an emergency? … medications and copies of prescriptions Extra dentures and cleaner Hearing aids and extra batteries Mobility aids such …