Spring Gardening Safety Tips

Spring is here and that means warmer weather, more time outdoors and – if you're a green thumb – more time gardening! Here are a few tips to help you stay safe and accident-free this Spring.

• Always store chemicals in a garage or garden safely out of sight and out of reach of children. This will help avoid poisoning and chemical burns.
• Use gloves, goggles, helmet, face mask and safety shoes when doing DIY tasks to avoid accidents and injury.
• Keep sharp garden tools in good repair and safely tidied away after each use.
• Always use ladders at a safe angle and check their condition before use to avoid falls.
• Follow manufacturers' instructions when using weed killers, adhesives and solvents. This can prevent accidental poisoning or injuries to yourself or others.
• Prevent injury from trips, slips and falls by providing safety rails and barriers to changes in garden levels. Ensure all paths and steps are level and stable.