Australia has some of the most venomous snakes in the world. All snake bites or any potential snake bites are treated as life threatening and need emergency medical treatment. 

If the person collapses or stops breathing, start CPR. 

First aid for snake bites

• Call 000.
• Remove victim from further danger.
• Keep them still.
• Apply a pressure bandage.
• Do not run, panic or apply a tight tourniquet.
• Do not wash, suck or cut the bite site.
• Do not attempt to catch the snake.

Read more about snake bites.