If bitten by a black widow, call 911 for medical assistance.
From cell phones and public phones, dial (858) 534-4357 (534-HELP) for the UCSD Police dispatcher.

Eliminating other insects from indoor areas will discourage spiders from entering. Use these steps to eliminate insect infestations. If spiders are indoors, use the tips below to get rid of them.

If spiders are indoors, use one of the following methods to remove them:

• Place a jar over the spider and slip a piece of heavy paper (or several sheets of paper) under the jar to trap the spider inside. Transport the spider outside, point the jar opening away from your body, and release it carefully.
• Use a vacuum to capture the spider and its web, and dispose of the bag in an outside trashcan or open the bag outside with extreme care.
• Use a newspaper or other object and strike swiftly. Without touching the spider, use a paper towel to collect the spider and dispose of it in the trash.
• Use a pesticide-free spray to kill the spider. Marketplace Preview carries Victor Poison-Free (stock # 5041), the only spray recommended for use at UCSD.

If the problem persists, eliminate all other indoor insects that spiders feed upon.

For more information, contact:

• Emergencies
• Environment, Health & Safety:
  (858) 534-7513   weekdays, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Campus Police: (858) 534-4357
• Non-emergencies (Typical response time: 1 working day)
• Campus and SIO facilities: Pest Management
• Medical Center facilities: Medical Center Safety Office