Tractors, including lawn mowers, are the #1 cause of fatalities on the farm.

Operate Your Mower Safely

Power mowers can be dangerous and cause serious injury. Become familiar with your equipment, use good judgment, and be safety minded.

Lawn Mowers Safety Recommendations:

• Read the Operator's Manual for safety instructions.
   
• Pick Up Debris before each mowing.
   
• Keep Children and Pets Away a safe distance from mower.
   
• Keep Feet and Hands Away from blades when starting and running engine.
   
• Wear Sturdy Shoes and Long Pants.
  
  
• Operate Mower at a Slow Speed.
  
  
• Always Push Mower rather than pull it toward you.
   
• Watch Your Footing on slopes and wet grass.
   
• Shut Off Engine - Don't leave the engine running unattended. Refuel the engine only when it is shut off and cool.
   
• Wear Goggles when operating cord trimmers and power edgers.
   
• Stop Engine and Disconnect Spark Plug Wire before working on engine or blade.
   
• Maintain Mower - Keep mower in good repair and adjustment.