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How should a roof tent be checked for ticks?

Inspect ladder contact points, fabric seams, bedding, entrances and stored annex panels before closing it and again before unloading bedding at home.

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Short answer

Inspect ladder contact points, fabric seams, bedding, entrances and stored annex panels before closing it and again before unloading bedding at home.

At a glance

Inspect ladder contact points, fabric seams, bedding, entrances and stored annex panels before closing it and again before unloading bedding at home. Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Key takeaways

• Inspect ladder contact points, fabric seams, bedding, entrances and stored annex panels before closing it and again before unloading bedding at home.

• Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

• 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

Inspect ladder contact points, fabric seams, bedding, entrances and stored annex panels before closing it and again before unloading bedding at home.

Use it in context

Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

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.

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