Month: February 2010

Snow removal is fun and it can be difficult depending on the state of your health at the time. Take a look at these tips regarding snow removal for your own safety:

 

 

 

Health concerns

 

1. If you are asthmatic, make sure you are well controlled with your medications before shoveling. Cover your mouth/nose with your scarf to warm the cold air. That will help cut down on triggering an asthma attack.
2. If you are developing any pain from shoveling, STOP!
3. Take frequent breaks.
4. Shovel with neighbors just in case you have any health problem while you are outside, they can help you.
5. If you have a heart condition, back issues or other chronic/acute condition that shoveling may aggravate, you might consider having someone else shovel or pay someone to do the job. It is not worth the risk of jeopardizing your help or risking injury.
6. Call 911 if Continue reading “Snow Shoveling Tips For Better Health”

Heavy snow fall requires massive action and aggressive snow plowing and snow removal. Many homeowners and snow plowers are using snow blowers for ease with snow removal.  However, caution to the operator will make the job fun, fast and safe.Here are some safety tips to consider:

Snow blower safety

1. Do not let your hat or scarf block your vision.
2. Do not wear any loose clothing while operating the machine.
3. Make sure all people, children, pets, debris, etc are cleared from the area before using the machine.
4. Keep all safety devices on the blower.
5. Keep you hands out of the blower when the is plugged in or the motor is running.
6. Never leave it unattended.
7. The engine can get very hot. Keep away!
8. Children under 16 yrs of age Continue reading “Snow Blower Safety – How to Shovel Snow Safely With A Snow Blower”

Shoveling snow can be a lot of fun! I remember loving it as a kid. But as an adult, it can be hard on the body, especially heavy snowfalls, record snow storms, blizzards and back to back storms. Your body may not be in the shape it used to be to shovel or you may be ill or already have an injury that you do not want to get worse.

Here are some shoveling tips that will help make the process easier:

Before Shoveling

 

1. Hydrate yourself with water. Make sure you drink a glass or two especially if you will have a lot of snow to shovel. As you sweat, you will lose water.
2. Eat a nutritious meal before you go outside. Include protein, vegetables, and complex carbohydrates. Do not make it a full meal however right before. Leave 1-2 hours in between eating and shoveling. The body will want to focus on digesting not shoveling right after!
3. NO caffeine, alcohol or Continue reading “Snow Shoveling: How to Protect Yourself While Shoveling Snow”