Rocks, glass and wire are hurled at initial speeds above 170 miles per hour. Objects are thrown 50 feet or more, causing death and injuries ranging from total blindness to severe bruising. This occurs primarily when riding mowers are used on steep slopes or embankments. Victims may be pinned under the mower or come into contact with the blade. Riding mowers running over the victim.
Accidents occur if the operator fails to look when backing a riding mower.
Playing children are seriously injured. Or, an operator pulls a power mower backward over his or her foot. Back To Top Mower Safety Guidelines Before Starting Mower Put on close fitting clothes and sturdy, nonslip shoes. Go over the lawn carefully to pick up stones, wire, toys, dog bones anything the mower blade might pick up and throw. Adjust cutting height before starting mower.