Snakebites are serious public health problem in many regions of the world, particularly in rural areas lacking medical facilities. Snake bite is a well-known occupational hazard amongst farmers, plantation workers, and other outdoor workers and results in much morbidity and mortality throughout the world. This occupational hazard is no more an issue restricted to a particular part of the world; it has become a global issue. Accurate statistics of the incidence of snakebite and its morbidity and mortality throughout the world is difficult to publish, however, it is certain to be higher than what is reported. This is because even today most of the victims initially approach traditional healers for treatment and many are not even registered in the hospital. Hence, registering such patients is an important goal if we have accurate statistics and reduce the morbidity and mortality due to snakebite. World Health Organization (WHO) has published guidelines for the clinical management of snakebites. In this article the author tries to throw light on the incidence and clinical features of snakebite and the management and treatment guidelines as per the WHO recommendation.