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Snowblower safety tips


Clearing snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is no small job. You rely on your outdoor power equipment to do the heavy lifting, and it’s important to keep safety in mind. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) reminds home and business owners to use snowblowers safely and offers tips to help.

“Weather today is unpredictable. You need to have your snowblower serviced and ready to power up,” says OPEI President and CEO Kris Kiser. “Review your owner’s manual so you can use your equipment safely.” Kiser says preparation is key and that home and business owners should consider the following:

Review the owner’s manual

Check the owner’s manual for safe handling procedures. If the manual cannot be found, look it up online, and store a copy on your computer so it’s available to reference in the future. Review how to operate controls. Be able to shut off equipment quickly.

Check equipment

The snowblower should be powered off when being checked over. Adjust any cables and check the auger.

Charge batteries

Locate the batteries and charge them fully before it snows.

Purchase fuel

Be sure to use the correct fuel recommended by the equipment’s manufacturer. For most gasoline-powered snowblowers, that is E10 or less....


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