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Garden DIY Safety Tips
Basic Gardening Advice
Further Gardening Advice
Barbeques and Bonfires
Basic Gardening Advice
About 50 people are killed and half a million injured in their gardens each year. Heads, hands and feet are most likely to be injured.
- Always pay attention when using garden equipment,
especially if it is electrical. Make sure cables trial behind the equipment,
never cut towards a flex or use in the rain or wet conditions and always use an
RCD with any electrical garden appliance.
- Never clean, lift, adjust or even check electrical garden tools while
they are still connected to a power supply. Always switch off and unplug first.
Only clear grass from a power mower once it is switched off and the spark plug
cap has been removed.
- Don't clean electrical garden equipment with water - switch off first,
unplug and then wipe it with a cloth.
- Always protect your feet by wearing strong shoes or boots.
Hover mowers and trimmers can easily drift and injure a foot.
- If you have materials such as asbestos and lead in your garden,
seek advice about handling it from your local authority or call in a professional.
- Be aware of uneven paving, slippery paths and broken concrete - they can cause accidents.
Further Gardening Advice
Some gardening jobs are significantlyu more demanding than others.
These tasks often have more risks and require more attention.
- Foresters are required to undergo rigorous training before being allowed
to use a chainsaw. We can hire one over the counter.
Always give much consideration about how to use one safely and never climb
a tree with a chainsaw. If you need to work in trees,
work with a companion so that in case of an accident,
there is someone to get help immediately.
- Some chemicals are necessary for modern gardening and even organic
gardeners use them. Wear goggles and face masks to safeguard eyes from
any drifting spray.
- Watch out for uncapped bamboo cane.
Although one of the simplest tools in the garden, it can also be extremely
dangerous.
Barbeques and Bonfires
Barbecues and bonfires can be a lot of fun when they are safely set up and
handled. Set them up away from dangers such as fences, sheds and low trees.
Never leave them unattended and ensure bonfires are completely extinguished
before you leave them. Never use paraffin or petrol.
Instead use special firelighters or starter fluids, which are safe but
still require to be treated with respect, as with any inflammable material,
and stored safely.
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