Safety Flash

The Zika virus

IMCAInternational Marine Contractors AssociationIMCA SF 06/16

The Zika virus

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Summary

This safety flash describes Zika symptoms, mosquito transmission and affected regions. It outlines precautions for travellers, including covering clothing, insect repellent and mosquito nets, alongside medical consultation and health monitoring after return. It also discusses reconsidering travel during pregnancy and reducing mosquito breeding through water-container and gutter maintenance.

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About This Record
Publisher
International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 06/16
Date
3 March 2016
Control
Journey Management
Link
Checked , working
Record
imca-sf-06-16-the-zika-virus · added 1 September 2026

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