Occupational risk for scorpion sting is noticed frequently among those handling
building materials, fi re wood, etc., where scorpions hide.
• Educate the patients and community on how to avoid scorpion and scorpion
sting.
• To check shoes, gloves, clothing and package before use.
• To keep yards free of debris, which serve as places for scorpions to hide.
• To prevent entry of scorpion into home (make sure windows and doors fi t
tightly).
• Avoid walking barefoot especially at night.
Encourage biological methods to control scorpion by introducing chicken,
ducks, owls etc.,
• Use chemicals such as (organo-phosphates, pyrethrum and chlorinated
hydro carbons) which help to control