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Drinking Water Problems: MTBE
(2008-08-28)
Methyl tertiary-butyl ether, a gasoline additive commonly known as MTBE, can contaminate ground water and cause health problems for those exposed to it for a long time. However, filtering devices can remove this and other ...
Safe Tractor Operation: Driving on Highways
(2004-09-16)
About 50 tractor drivers are killed each year in collisions with other vehicles on public roads. Many of these accidents could be prevented. This publication describes the legal requirements for operating a tractor on ...
Controlling Rats and Mice
(2007-03-13)
House rats and mice eat and contaminate human and animal food, and they damage and destroy property. This leaflet explains how to identify rats and mice by their droppings, runways, food crumbs and noises. Various control ...
Controlling Armadillo Damage
(2007-03-13)
Armadillos are beneficial because they eat insects and other invertebrates, but they can damage lawns, gardens and structural foundations. They also are believed to transmit leprosy to humans. This leaflet focuses on control ...
Controlling Opossum Damage
(2007-05-23)
Opossums are omnivores that can become a nuisance when they eat pet food, fruit on trees, pecans, seeds in bird feeders and garbage in trash cans. They also carry murine typhus and can transmit the disease to people and ...
Preventing Electrical Shock
(2004-09-16)
Most electrocution deaths on farms involve moving tall equipment that comes in contact with power lines. Other causes are damaged electrical systems in buildings and misuse of extension cords. This publication lists specific ...
ATV Safety
(2004-09-16)
All-terrain vehicles are very popular for off-road recreation. However, the number of injuries and deaths from ATV accidents is growing rapidly. This publication lists the causes of injuries and fatalities, discusses Texas ...
Easter Eggs: Enjoy Them Safely
(2006-11-27)
Easter egg hunts can be fun and safe for all if you follow a few simple guidelines. This publication gives tips for buying, storing, cooking and serving eggs for the Easter holiday and other times. Included are instructions ...
Enjoy Poultry Meat Safely
(2006-03-24)
Poultry is a nutritious, economical and versatile food choice, but it requires careful handling, storage and cooking to prevent food poisoning. Two groups of bacteria can be found on raw poultry meat: bacteria that cause ...
Hand Washing in Emergency Situations (Spanish)
(2007-10-08)
In an emergency, water may be contaminated, yet hand washing is even more important at these times. This publication explains how to disinfect water for washing.