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588 Riding Lawnmowers
Fact Sheet


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5005Brush Cutters Require Cautious Use By Consumers
Safety Alert: Injury reports indicate the blades caused severe lacerations and near amputations. These accidents have happened even to professionals using the product. Discusses hazards and safety precautions the user should take.


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5011Chain Saw Kickback Hazard
Safety Alert: Discusses the kickback hazard of chain saws and recommends consumers have dealers or retailers determine if saws are equipped with one of the new low kickback chains. If not have the new low kickback chain added for protection. Also, provides helpful hints when purchasing a new chain saw for safety features.


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5069Commission Issues Pressure Washer Warning
Tips on how to safely use a pressure washer.


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5108Weed Trimmers Can Throw Objects and Injure Eyes
Safety Alert: Power grass/weed trimmers can throw stones and other objects and can injure people. This discusses hazards and safety precautions the user should take.


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5109Safety Commission Warns About Eye Injuries From Welding
Safety Alert: Discusses the eye injuries related to welding equipment and offers advice on how you can protect yourself and bystanders by wearing protective equipment.


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5117Snow Thrower Safety Alert
Discusses injuries associated with snow throwers and gives tips on how to prevent them.


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5126Power Lawnmowers
Fact Sheet


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