Snow Shoveling & Snow Blower Safety

The National Safety Council recommends the following tips to shovel safely:

• Do not shovel after eating or while smoking
• Take it slow and stretch out before you begin
• Shovel only fresh, powdery snow; it's lighter
• Push the snow rather than lifting it
• If you do lift it, use a small shovel or only partially fill the shovel
• Lift with your legs, not your back
• Do not work to the point of exhaustion
• Know the signs of a heart attack, and stop immediately and call 911 if you're experiencing any of them; every minute counts

Snow Blower Safety
In addition to possible heart strain from pushing a heavy snow blower, be safe with these tips:

• If the blower jams, turn it off
• Keep your hands away from the moving parts
• Be aware of the carbon monoxide risk of running a snow blower in an enclosed space
• Add fuel outdoors, before starting, and never add fuel when it is running
• Never leave it unattended when it is running

More Winter Safety tips at https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/seasonal-safety/winter-safety/snow-shoveling