Electricity has become such a necessity in our everyday lives that we sometimes forget how dangerous it can be. Data collated by the Electrical Safety Council from the World Health Organisation (WHO), local government in the UK and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) delivers some surprising statistics: on average [...]
DIY enthusiast or not, most gardeners own some form of power tool, be it a lawnmower, a hedge-trimmer or a chainsaw. We all exercise caution when using these tools, but it is just as important to look after them when they are not being used. With a hefty dose of [...]
When it's autumn, the thought of raking up all the dead leaves can often be a daunting prospect for even the keenest of gardeners. But a blower or vacuum can make light work of this both in terms of physical labour and in time saved. Different Varieties They basically come [...]
It's important to maintain healthy soil in order to grow plants and regular cultivation is vital. It allows air to get into the soil which enables it to get warmer quicker during the growing season which speeds up the growth of your plants. It makes weeding a lot easier and [...]
Chainsaws are potentially one of the most dangerous tools that can be used in the garden and they can cause catastrophic injuries, especially if you're not familiar with using one. Whilst it's not compulsory to be formally trained in how to use a chainsaw for use in your own garden, [...]
Every year, lawn mowers cause serious injuries. Electrically powered ones are even more dangerous simply because there is electricity involved but people suffer injuries from even using just a basic manual push model and by following some simple safety procedures, the chances of you or anyone else suffering an injury [...]
If you use petrol or diesel driven lawn mowers or other fuel driven gardening tools and need to store the fuel, you need to pay close attention as petrol and petrol vapour, in particular, are extremely flammable and must be treated with caution. What the Law Says Keeping fuel at [...]
Pressure washers can be very useful in the garden. They can be used to eliminate dirt, weeds and moss from paved areas and flags or for cleaning fences or sheds. They are also great for things like rounding up litter into one spot for collection and disposal, for cleaning up [...]
Gardening is a passion for many people. It's worth mentioning, however, that working in the garden can be very hazardous as you may be dealing with sharp tools and electrical equipment so you need to pay due care and attention when operating this kind of equipment. Hedge Cutters Although a [...]
