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How can archaeology field teams reduce tick exposure?

Brief the team, manage vegetation contact, use clothing and authorised repellent and schedule checks and removal access.

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Short answer

Brief the team, manage vegetation contact, use clothing and authorised repellent and schedule checks and removal access.

At a glance

Brief the team, manage vegetation contact, use clothing and authorised repellent and schedule checks and removal access. Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, authorised repellent, route choices and checks work together.

Key takeaways

• Brief the team, manage vegetation contact, use clothing and authorised repellent and schedule checks and removal access.

• Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, authorised repellent, route choices and checks work together.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Brief the team, manage vegetation contact, use clothing and authorised repellent and schedule checks and removal access.

Use it in context

Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, authorised repellent, route choices and checks work together.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.