How to Prevent Garden Accidents
We love puttering about among our plants and trees, but like any other place in the home, the garden can be the scene of accidents and injury if we are not careful. Here are some pointers on how to prevent accidents in the garden.
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Always gather and store garden tools after gardening. Check to see that you didn't leave shears or sharp tools lying on the ground or among the plants. Use a tool basket or bag to keep them organized and to quickly see if anything is missing or misplaced.
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Store garden hoses properly. Use a hose reel or hose pot, or coil them neatly before putting them away. This will prevent entanglements and tripping while walking or mowing. Properly storing garden hoses also helps prolong their lifespan.
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Check faucets after gardening. Open or leaking faucets can cause pooling water or spillovers into walkways that could cause slips and falls.
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Always use the right tools for the job. Using the wrong tools can lead to strains, muscle pains, torn ligaments, and all kinds of stress. There's always an appropriate tool for every gardening job; don't make do with substitutes because it could lead to injury.
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Wear gardening gloves. Aside from protecting your hands from the roughness of rocks, soil and other ground debris; gloves will keep your skin safe from germs and toxic substances.
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Use a cart to haul heavy rocks, soil and garden décor. There is no sense in breaking your back while gardening.
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Pressure wash walkways, pavers and stepping stones that have become moldy and slippery.
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Pick up stray rocks or pebbles from the lawn because they could become dangerous projectiles when the lawnmower runs over them.
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Consider hiring a professional for complex jobs like cutting down a big tree or landscaping a large area. Professionals can do the job better and keep you safe from accidents.
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Check the weather before engaging in serious gardening chores. Knowing what to expect helps you protect yourself from untoward and unpleasant gardening incidents, like suffering from heat stroke or getting struck by lightning.
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Tips & Warnings
Add nighttime safety to the garden area by installing pathway lights. Consider solar path lights for energy conservation.
When gardening with children and pets, be sure they are always supervised. Keep children away when operating power tools and heavy equipment.
Replace worn tools and defective equipment because they can only lead to accidents.
Always wear protective gear when using power tools and equipment.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using equipment like chainsaws and lawn mowers.
