It may seem strange but a simple job such as raking leaves can cause numerous injuries if you don’t think ahead and plan accordingly Date collected by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2004, discovered more than 12,000 Americans were seen for injuries related to raking leaves. Most injuries were minor, but a few were life threatening.
So here are tips for raking leaves that will create a safebackyard project.
Warm up for raking by walking and stretching you muscles.
Rake in the morning, evening or on a cloudy day. If you are raking on a sunny day wear sunscreen and have water and a comfortable chair nearby.
Avoid injuries by wearing gloves to protect your hands from blisters and slivers from the rake handle.
Wear skid-resistant shoes to prevent falls. Wet leaves can be very slippery, particularly on a hillside.
Always bend and lift with your bent-knee legs, not your back. This will help to alleviate back and muscle strain.
Avoid repetitious movements that can cause fatigue and strain. Try not to twist as you rake and vary your movements to prevent these types of problems.
Pick up your rake and any other garden tools so that no one will trip over them
Finish your raking sessions with some muscle stretches to cool down.
Dispose of leaves, preferably in an environmentally friendly way. Composting is a great way to recycle leaves and will benefit your yard and garden areas.
Raking leaves can be a fun job and makes a great family activity, particularly if you rake a huge pile and have a leaping jumping party.
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