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Leaf Blower Safety

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Leaf Blower Safety

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    1. Leaf Blower Safety

    2. Agenda Types of leaf blowers Personal Protective Equipment Maintenance Other safety tips

    3. Types of Leaf Blowers Hand held gasoline Used by home owners Powered by electric motors or gasoline powered

    4. Types of Leaf Blowers Backpack Leaf blower Mostly professional use Powered by small 2-stroke gasoline engines

    5. Types of Leaf Blowers Wheeled blower Professional use but less versatile Powered by 4-stroke gasoline engines

    6. Personal Protective Equipment Eye Protection Goggles are better than safety glasses because of swirling dust Hearing Protection Ear plugs: You can find sound levels as low as 65 dBA (the lower the better)

    7. Personal Protective Equipment Hand Protection Padded gloves: Vibrations from the blower can cause the operator’s hands to shake as much as an hour after use Dust Mask It is recommended to use a dust mask when using in a confined dusty space Do not use around other people. It can blow objects at them.

    8. Maintenance Refueling Always place a hand held blower on the floor be for refueling. Be sure to mix the right amount of oil in your fuel Spark Plugs Spark plugs in 2-stoke engines need to be replaced regularly

    9. Maintenance Keep it clean Be sure to keep the engine cooling fans clean Power cords For electric blowers check the cord for imperfections Check the GFCI on the plugs before each use

    10. Other Safety Tips When use a plugged in blower stay clear of standing water Be careful after extended use to not touch the outside casing because blowers get pretty hot

    11. Other Safety Tips Be thoughtful to your neighbors and use blowers at an appropriate time Always use a blower at the lowest necessary throttle

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