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Australian Bites and Stings App for the General Public
Learn more about Australia’s venomous creatures and what to do if you are bitten or stung.
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Educational Materials
Awareness Day
Educational materials to support first aid engagement
There are many Australian venomous snakes, spiders and marine creatures. These worksheets have been developed to support education around venomous creatures and what to do in the case of a venomous bite or sting. Learn about the different locations and seasonal activity of these creatures, their venom and how to safely enjoy the great Aussie outdoors. Click to download individually or download all in a zip file here.
Teacher Guide
A simple guide with fun and engaging learning and activation ideas for both primary and secondary students to bring the bites and stings educational materials to life in the classroom.
Celebrating Australia’s Outdoors Safely worksheet (5+ years)
Fun A4 worksheet for primary school level students to get them thinking about where venomous creatures could be hiding and being careful when out and about.
Australian Snake Venom worksheet (12+ years)
Educational A4 poster for secondary school level students that explains the science of snake venom and how snake species differ across Australia.
First Aid with DRS ABCD!
An A3 poster that outlines the step by step first aid process using DRS ABCD.
First Aid for Bites and Stings
An A3 poster that highlights the appropriate first aid to apply according to the type of venomous creature.
Pressure Immobilisation Technique (PIT)
An A3 poster that provides a step-by-step guide to the Pressure Immobilisation Technique (PIT).
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