Learn how to work safely when handling wildlife by watching biologist Kevin Hynes demonstrate how to use basic personal protective equipment.
PPE for Wildlife Disease Investigation and Response
Duration: 19:17
Personal protective equipment, or PPE, is equipment that you can wear that can protect you when handling wildlife. PPE includes things like gloves, boots, protective clothing, and different kinds of face shields and masks. A basic level of PPE works for most routine situations, but there are times when a higher level of care is important. In this video WHP Wildlife Biologist Kevin Hynes, introduces you to basic concepts for selecting and using PPE.
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