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    ...from becoming infected, safety precautions if you do become infected, how to reduce mosquito populations around your home, and precautions you can follow when traveling to Zika-prone areas. (2 pages)...
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    Publication Information Good beekeeping starts with good protection. Beekeeping Equipment – Protective Clothing provides guidance for new beekeepers to suit up with the right gear for their safety and comfort....
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    Hunter education is most successful when it includes hands-on teaching about hunting and firearms safety. The Hunter Skills Trail is a proven technique for training both adults and young people,...
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    ...discusses how to plan and implement a prescribed burn, including predicting fire and weather behavior, topography, fuel, firing techniques, fire containment, safety precautions, and costs. A graph illustrates factors that...
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    ...its diagnosis, management, and implications for the future. Topics include the disease's history, epidemiology, diagnosis, testing procedures, and herd management strategies. Also, included are health and safety precautions for hunters...
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    ...(septic systems) can contaminate groundwater unless they are properly designed, constructed, and maintained. This publication describes various kinds of systems and guides the homeowner in assessing their safety. (12 pages)...
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    This publication explains the federal safety standards for drinking water provided by public water supply systems. It discusses the legal requirements for public water supplies, the maximum level allowed for...
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    ...cost-effective weed management decisions. What You’ll Learn Integrated control methods: Know when and how to use mechanical, cultural, or chemical strategies to manage pasture weeds. Herbicide selection and safety: Clear...
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    ...burning-including open burning for agricultural purposes. The Texas Health & Safety Code (S382.018) gives the Texas Commission on Environmental Health and Quality (TCEQ) the authority to promulgate burning rules, within...
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    ...how to maintain all the components of a septic system. There are checklists to remind you of important steps in maintaining the safety and integrity of your system. (4 pages)...