Ways to Prevent Lawnmower Injuries – Part II | Toledo, Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

• Inspect the lawn before mowing and pick up hidden objects in the grass.
• Make sure that sturdy shoes (not sandals or sneakers) are worn while mowing.
• Try to use a mower with a control that stops the mower from moving forward if the handle is let go.
• Always turn off the mower and wait for the blades to stop completely before removing the grass catcher, unclogging the discharge chute, or crossing gravel paths, roads, or other areas.
• Make sure that blade settings are done by an adult, with the mower off and the spark plug removed or disconnected.
• Start and refuel mowers outdoors, not in a garage or shed. Mowers should be refueled with the motor turned off and cool.
• Use a collection bag for grass clippings or a plate that covers the opening where cut grass is released.

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