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Lawnmower Safety

Lawnmower Safety. Topic # 5043 Nick Thompson. Introduction. Your Mower is only as safe as the operator! Carelessness in operation can result in injury or even death!. Before you mow…. Learn your ISO symbols Read owners manual and become familiar with the machine before you start

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Lawnmower Safety

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  1. Lawnmower Safety Topic # 5043 Nick Thompson

  2. Introduction • Your Mower is only as safe as the operator! • Carelessness in operation can result in injury or even death!

  3. Before you mow… • Learn your ISO symbols • Read owners manual and become familiar with the machine before you start • Make sure all children, adults, and pets are far away from area your mowing • Remove all debris in area to be mowed before you start

  4. And remember… • No alcohol or Drugs! • Don’t wear loose fitting cloths that could get caught in belts! • Hearing protection is a great idea…you only get one set of ears

  5. When your Mowing • Know all the controls and how to stop the machine quickly • Slow for slopes and sharp turns…If your not sure, use a push mower!!! • Be conscious of your discharge chute; don’t blow grass or debris at windows, cars, people, etc.

  6. Be alert for holes, rocks, and other surprises that can be hit. Watch for hanging limbs, cloths lines, etc that can hit you! • If you do hit something, turn the machine off and inspect belts, blades, and other parts that could have been damaged

  7. Other things to remember • Always shut er’ down before you touch anything that moves • Keep your mower maintained and leave all safety shields in place.

  8. References • Scag Power Equipment: A division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. Operators Manual #03092

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