TB 41 Snake incidents

Question 1

TB 41 Snake incidents

Decapitation is the simplest, easiest, and least expensive method to kill the snake. The long handled square point shovel is the recommended tool for this purpose, and provides sufficient clearance (4’) between you and the snake.

Answer 1

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Question 2

TB 41 Snake incidents

The head should be placed in a metal or plastic receptacle while transporting to a location suitable for disposal. Caution: Venom can still be injected into your body if fangs puncture your skin; up to one hour after decapitation, the rattlesnake reflexes still cause the head to strike and inject venom.

Answer 2

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Question 3

TB 41 Snake incidents

The head should be disposed of by burying in a hole a minimum of ___” deep and a safe distance from any residential area. The remainder of the snake can be disposed of by placing it in a trash container for routine pick- up. If possible, wrap the body in plastic or foil to prevent odor.

Answer 3

24”

Question 4

TB 41 Snake incidents

Maintain a distance from the snake at least equal to the length of its body

Answer 4

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Question 5

TB 41 Snake incidents

CO2 can be used to drive the snake from its hiding place or to immobilize the snake.

Answer 5

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