What safety measures must be taken when handling reptiles, to ensure both the handler and the animal's safety?
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When handling reptiles, safety measures should include wearing gloves and other protective clothing, such as long pants and a shirt that covers the arms. Additionally, snake hooks or tongs should be used to remove snakes from their enclosures and avoid contact with the handler's skin. Before handling a reptile, it is important to make sure that its temperature is appropriate and keep its environment consistent in terms of humidity and temperature. Finally, it is important to observe the animal's behaviour for any signs of aggression or stress so that appropriate precautions can be taken.
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What safety measures must be taken when handling reptiles, to ensure both the handler and the animal's safety?
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When handling reptiles, it is important to make sure that the handler wears appropriate protective gear. This includes long sleeves and gloves to protect from any possible bites or scratches. It’s also a good idea to wear eye protection in case of any unforeseen reactions from the animal. Additionally, it is important that handlers are well familiar with the species they are working with and understand their behavior, habits, and potential hazards.

The safety of the animal should also be taken into consideration when handling reptiles. Whenever possible, an experienced professional should handle the animal; otherwise there is a risk of improper behavior or stress from inadequate handling leading to incorrect responses which could then lead to a dangerous situation.

Moreover all equipment used during handling such as ropes or temperature-controlled enclosures need to meet safety standards so that accidents can be prevented.

In summary there are multiple precautions needed for safe handler and reptile safety that involve knowledge on how to interact with them as well protective gears needs which must both be used together harmonically for secure interactions.
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What safety measures must be taken when handling reptiles, to ensure both the handler and the animal's safety?