140-18 Dog Bite Prevention
Learning objectives
- Identify common causes of dog bites
- Explain how interactions between dogs and humans can trigger dog bites
- Define diseases transmittable by dog bite
- Identify actions to take to avoid interactions with dogs on customer property
- Define tools used for preventing dog bites
- Identify ways to determine if a dog is present on the property
- Recall manger responsibilities for workers who may experience interactions with dogs
Course overview
For some jobs, like meter reader, interactions with dogs are common. These encounters usually happen without incident, but they can sometimes be a serious hazard to employees. Dogs of all types may be encountered on the job, and it is best to be prepared for the worst scenarios. The Dog Bite Prevention training course describes techniques for preventing a dog attack. It provides methods for minimizing the severity of the injury if the attack cannot be prevented. Dog Bite Prevention is part of the Qualified Electric Worker training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
