Lyme Disease






One of the most common tick-borne diseases in the U.S., Lyme Disease is caused by a bacteria that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. Outdoor workers have an increased risk of contact with ticks especially if the job takes them into wooded areas, near high grass, or around leaf litter. This safety topic covers health risks and work precautions for all outdoor personnel, but especially those who may be in an at-risk area for Lyme disease.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

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Sign-in Sheet

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Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

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Sign-in Sheet



Lyme Disease, Construction

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic for construction workers that covers health risks and work precautions for all outdoor personnel, but especially those who may be in an at-risk area for Lyme disease.