Question: What Snow Shoveling Safety Tips Should I Know About?

Snow shoveling safety begins with proper preparation indoors. By getting ready properly before even stepping outside, you can reduce your chances of injury once you go outdoors and begin the job of clearing a driveway, walkway, etc....

Answer:

You've recently moved, and there's just been a major snowstorm in the area where you now live. You're faced with a task you've never had to deal with much before: snow shoveling.


So you're wondering what snow shoveling safety tips you should follow -- especially since you realize you're no spring chicken!

Sound snow shoveling safety policy begins before you even step outside:

• Stretch your muscles to prevent injury, as you would before an exercise workout
• Drink water to keep your body hydrated
• Continuous snow shoveling can put you at risk for injury if you're not in tip-top shape; it's good policy for snow shoveling safety to promise yourself beforehand that you will take a break every 5 minutes or so (wear a watch)

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