Stay safe while clearing snow this winter by following this guide to snow blower safety.
This snow season, trade in that old shovel for the convenience and efficiency of a Toro snow blower. Whichever Toro model you choose, be sure to operate it safely. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates each year there are approximately 5,700 hospital emergency room-related injuries associated with snow blowers. The Toro Co. wants you and your family to be safe during the upcoming snow season and offers the following snow blower safety reminders:
- Read and understand your operator’s manual before operating the snow blower.
- For gasoline units, add fuel to the tank (outdoors) before starting the machine. Do not add gasoline to a running or hot engine, and never leave the machine running in an enclosed area.
- If you have an electric snow blower, use an outdoor power cord and an outlet with ground-fault-circuit interruption protection. Know where your power cord is at all times, and be sure to replace worn or damaged cords.
Look for Toro’s line of snow blowers at your local authorized Toro dealer and Amazon.com. Select models can be purchased at The Home Depot® stores. Need help deciding which snow blower is right for you? Click to check out Toro’s online snow blower selector.
The Toro Co. is a worldwide provider of turf and landscape maintenance equipment, and precision irrigation systems. With sales of nearly $1.7 billion in fiscal 2010, Toro’s global presence extends to more than 80 countries through its reputation of world-class service, innovation and turf expertise. Since 1914, the company has built a tradition of excellence around a number of strong brands to help customers care for golf courses, sports fields, public green spaces, commercial and residential properties, and agricultural fields.
