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Lawn mowing: it\u2019s a familiar experience that some find mundane, and others, a serene and tranquil pastime. Whatever your opinion, it\u2019s an essential bit of maintenance if you have a garden. Whether you\u2019re a lawn pattern pro or the owner of a more basic push mower<\/a>, following some of our essential safety tips could help you stay unscathed in the garden.<\/p>\n Avoid wet conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ve all been there: the lawn\u2019s been neglected for a while, it\u2019s your only opportunity to treat it to a much-needed chop, and it\u2019s raining outside. While it may be tempting to give the garden a quick once-over, it\u2019s best to steer well clear.\u00a0Mowing in wet conditions forces grass to stick to the underside of the mower,which can clog up the rotary deck \u2013 a nightmare for those steering something a little heftier, like a ride-on mower<\/a>. But it isn\u2019t just your precious mower that\u2019ll be put through the motions, the grass will clump together, causing an uneven cut and ruts in the lawn, leading to water-logging. \u00a0Add the potential threat of fungal problems and a labour intensive session of to-ing and fro-ing, and it makes sense to wait until the clouds have parted. Plus, water and electricity aren\u2019t the best of chums.<\/p>\n Avoid mowing gravel<\/strong><\/p>\n While it may seem obvious, gravel and lawn mowers don\u2019t mix. Moving over a gravel driveway while the blades are engaged can cause them to blunt, chip and even break. There\u2019s also the possibility of small chunks of rock being propelled into cars, or even worse, people.\u00a0So, if you\u2019re mowing a patch of grass that has gravel next to it, make sure there are no passers-by or vehicles in close vicinity. To avoid flinging debris at your neighbours, too, it\u2019s best to give your garden a once over before mowing, removing anything untoward. This could include twigs, woodchips or even stray toys!<\/p>\n Wear appropriate clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s estimated that around 6,500 people around the UK<\/a> are injured every year by lawn mowers. Some of these injuries include cuts, lacerations and,in the worst cases, amputations,caused by unprotected limbs touching the sharp blades of the lawn mower. With some of Husqvarna\u2019s<\/a> engines packing upwards of 2900 rpm, it pays to make sure your body is appropriately covered before heading out into the garden.<\/p>\n Make sure to wear long, thick trousers that\u2019ll protect your legs from flying rocks and debris. This also means wearing close-toed shoes \u2013no, flip flops aren\u2019t acceptable \u2013 to prevent the mower from coming into contact with your toes. Not only this, but sandals and exposed shoes are less sturdy, meaning you\u2019re more likely to trip or stumble onto something extremely hot or sharp. Keep tiny feet away<\/strong><\/p>\n For those who have little ones, you\u2019ll know they can be inquisitive souls \u2013 no more so than in the garden. However, allowing tiny feet to roam free while mowing could have devastating consequences. It\u2019s estimated that around 110,000 children a year are involved in gardening accidents<\/a> that are serious enough to warrant a trip to the hospital. While you may be sure of your child\u2019s whereabouts in the garden, there is always the threat of loose debris. To ensure no children are harmed while you mow, it\u2019s safest to make sure they are kept inside until you\u2019ve finished. This enables you to mow without distraction \u2013 also reducing the risk of harming yourself \u2013 and avoids children sneaking into range of sharp blades and hot engines.<\/p>\n Tidy up cords<\/strong><\/p>\n If your lawn mower has a long cable, it\u2019s important to make sure that it\u2019s arranged tidily and carefully looked after. With a third of all gardeners having had an electrical accident in the garden<\/a>, it\u2019s worth taking extra precautions to make sure you minimise your own chances of an electric shock.\u00a0One way to do this is to check the condition of extension leads, connections and cables before heading out to the garden. Try storing them somewhere out of reach of small animals and damp conditions, to avoid having them damaged. If you really want to ensure your safety, try fitting an RCD (Residual Current Device). This will break the circuit from the mains should you accidentally cut through the cable.<\/p>\n Push, don\u2019t pull<\/strong><\/p>\n If there\u2019s a small patch of grass in an awkward spot, it can be tempting to jolt the lawn mower around and pull it back on itself. As infuriating as this patch of grass might be, don\u2019t.\u00a0If you pull a lawn mower<\/a> backwards, it\u2019s difficult to see any objects lurking in your close vicinity that could possibly result in trips and falls. This is especially true if you have children in the garden. Moving the lawn mower in a forward motion gives you much more stability and control, allowing you to spot any potential dangers or rogue objects first.<\/p>\n Avoid being burnt<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re the type of person who likes to single-handedly fix a problem, this tip\u2019s for you. Before you try and unblock a lawn mower or inspect a faulty engine, make sure you let everything cool down first, and allow time for the blades to completely stop. While this may sound obvious, it\u2019s easy to burn skin on an overworked engine, gas tank or exhaust.\u00a0This also means refraining from refuelling a petrol tank shortly after use, and allowing plenty of time before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute. As previously mentioned, you can also prevent burning your skin on an engine by making sure to wear long trousers and close-toed shoes.<\/p>\n Have you got a lawn mower safety tip to add, or a story you think people could learn from? Let us know in the comment section!<\/p>\n Sources<\/strong>:<\/p>\n https:\/\/greensocks.com.au\/10-lawnmower-safety-tips\/<\/a> Lawn mowing: it\u2019s a familiar experience that some find mundane, and others, a serene and tranquil pastime. Whatever your opinion, it\u2019s an essential bit of maintenance if you have a garden. 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\nFor some, however, a day in the garden can result in injury if the right precautions aren\u2019t taken. With around 300,000 people every year suffering serious injuries<\/a> as a result of gardening accidents, every green-fingered mower should make sure to take care.<\/p>\n![\"wet-conditions\"](\"https:\/\/www.justlawnmowers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-conditions.jpg\")
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\nIt\u2019s also a good idea to protect your hands from excessive vibration, especially if you\u2019re used to spending lengthy periods in the garden. Investing in a pair of protective gloves can help to reduce the chances of ailments like vibration white finger, and the same goes for eye and ear protectors<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"tiny-feet\"](\"https:\/\/www.justlawnmowers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/tiny-feet.jpg\")
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\nhttp:\/\/www.familyhandyman.com\/landscaping\/top-ten-mower-safety-tips\/view-all<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk\/news-and-campaigns\/press-releases\/2014\/08\/poor-safety-advice-lands-thousands-of-gardeners-in-hospital-a-year<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.safetyhorizonsw.com\/garden-accidents-avoid-summer<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/gardening\/basics\/techniques\/safety_prevent_accidents.shtml<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/Conditions\/Raynauds-phenomenon\/Pages\/Causes.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"