The care and upkeep of our lawns and gardens is all part of
summer. Whether it’s cutting grass, pruning shrubs, or weeding gardens, it’s
important to keep our green spaces looking neat so it increases or home’s
overall appeal.
But if you’re new to lawn care maintenance, it’s probably
not second nature to you just yet. There are a few safety tips you should keep
in mind so you don’t hurt yourself, your equipment, or the greenery you’re
caring for!
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Know how
to use the equipment. Not all lawn
mowers, weed whackers, and hedge trimmers are alike. Be sure you are familiar
with your model before you get started. If you’re not sure how something works,
make sure your machine is OFF so you can figure it out. If you know someone
with the same machine, ask them for a quick tutorial on how to operate it
before you try it yourself. (Or just read the instruction manual.) If have a
rider mower, never let a child ride on or operate it. Make sure all safety
guards are in place while you work.
Dress appropriately. If you’re using a lawn mower, always wear long pants and heavy, close-toed shoes—no sandals or flip flops. Always wear the recommended safety gear—goggles, gloves, and ear plugs. Wearing a cap to keep the sun out of your eyes and flying clippings out of your hair is a good idea, as well.
Check your work area for safety hazards. If you’re mowing the lawn, do a quick walk-through and pick up any objects lying in the grass like toys, branches, and rocks—you don’t want the mower blade to hit something, send it flying and potentially hurt someone or their property. Don’t use an electric lawn mower if the grass is wet.
Be sure any electrical cords you’re using are appropriate for outdoor usage. When you’re finished working, make sure all your equipment is fully turned off, any chemicals (such as liquid weed killer) are closed tightly, and everything is stored in a safe place.
Dress appropriately. If you’re using a lawn mower, always wear long pants and heavy, close-toed shoes—no sandals or flip flops. Always wear the recommended safety gear—goggles, gloves, and ear plugs. Wearing a cap to keep the sun out of your eyes and flying clippings out of your hair is a good idea, as well.
Check your work area for safety hazards. If you’re mowing the lawn, do a quick walk-through and pick up any objects lying in the grass like toys, branches, and rocks—you don’t want the mower blade to hit something, send it flying and potentially hurt someone or their property. Don’t use an electric lawn mower if the grass is wet.
Be sure any electrical cords you’re using are appropriate for outdoor usage. When you’re finished working, make sure all your equipment is fully turned off, any chemicals (such as liquid weed killer) are closed tightly, and everything is stored in a safe place.
Are there any other
safety tips you would add to this list? We’d love to hear from you in the
comments below!
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