Question: What Snow Shoveling Safety Tips Should I Know About?
Snow shoveling safety begins with proper preparation. By correctly getting ready indoors, you can reduce your chances of injury once you go outdoors and begin snow shoveling....
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)
