Health & safety bulletin
Insect Stings
5th August 2010
Please see enclosed self explanatory bulletins from Esso where two workers have been stung by a bee or a wasp, both of the stings resulted in the worker needing medical attention.
In the current weather conditions the bees/wasps are very active and are attracted the bright colours of the high visibility clothing worn for safety reasons. If a bee/wasp is attracted to your PPE, do not attempt to swat at it as this will make it more likely to sting you - stand still and it will move on more quickly. Do not remove your PPE.
Some people have very severe reactions to insect stings, and in some cases it can be life threatening. Bees and wasps are also common causes of accidents due to people panicking or trying to avoid the insect (especially when driving).
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