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<br /> <br />Once volunteers are recruited and registered, they must be <br />trained to perform the functions to which they are assigned. It <br />should never be assumed that a person automatically knows what <br />to do. <br /> <br />Notes <br /> <br />Training programs can take many forms. Briefings and on-the- <br />job training are some of the most commonly used methods. <br />Supervisors and team leaders should be alert for problems and <br />provide supplemental on-the-job training where it is indicated. <br />Wrong or ineffective procedures should be corrected at once <br />before bad habits develop and spread. <br /> <br />Correcting safety and health related problems should be a high <br />priority. At a minimum, all workers should be given a safety <br />briefing. Safety issues addressed in this general briefing can range <br />from standard personal hygiene reminders to emergency escape <br />signals and evacuation procedures. <br /> <br />As an example, a variety of common health tips can be <br />presented at safety briefings. Workers should be reminded to wash <br />their hands before eating or drinking. Bacteria can be rampant in <br />flood waters and this simple step can go a long way in reducing the <br />threat of an outbreak of waterborne disease. <br /> <br />For similar reasons, all injuries should receive prompt ftrst aid <br />and care to reduce the risk of infection. Anyone who is injured <br />should be instructed to review the need for a tetanus booster with <br />their personal physician or other medical authority. Even minor <br />cuts and scrapes. can provide an entry path for tetanus germs. <br /> <br />To reduce cuts and scrapes, gloves should be worn while <br />. --- - perfOriilTn,gneavy work. WhIle leather or heavy gloves are best, <br />almost any pair of gloves will provide some degree of hand <br />protection. <br /> <br />Skin creams and lotions can be used to moisturize and protect <br />skin. The skin, particularly on the hands, can become dry and <br />cracked after being exposed to water and other harsh field <br />conditions. Dry, cracked, and broken skin can lead to infections <br />and other problems. The application of a good protective and <br />moisturizing skin cream every several hours can significantly <br />reduce this problem. <br /> <br />A good pair of boots or work shoes should be worn. Tennis <br />shoes do hot provide adequate foot protection. By wearing two <br />pairs of socks, one thin and one thick, blister formation can be <br />reduced or eliminated. In colder weather, workers should be alert <br /> <br />Page6-6 <br />