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How can arborists reduce tick exposure?

Include ground vegetation and wood-edge contact in the risk assessment, with clothing, authorised repellent, checks and removal access.

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Short answer

Include ground vegetation and wood-edge contact in the risk assessment, with clothing, authorised repellent, checks and removal access.

At a glance

Include ground vegetation and wood-edge contact in the risk assessment, with clothing, authorised repellent, checks and removal access. Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

Key takeaways

• Include ground vegetation and wood-edge contact in the risk assessment, with clothing, authorised repellent, checks and removal access.

• Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

• 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

Include ground vegetation and wood-edge contact in the risk assessment, with clothing, authorised repellent, checks and removal access.

Use it in context

Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

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.