Leaf blowers come in a variety of sizes, shapes and packages. There are hand-held and backpack gasoline-powered blowers, walk-behind models, and lawn vacuums with optional kits for conversion to blowers.

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute reminds operators to exercise caution when using all blowers and offers common-sense advice for operation:

• Never allow bystanders in the work area.
• Never point the blower nozzle toward people or pets.
• Wear a mask in dusty or dirty conditions.
• Never operate in unventilated areas.
• Observe local ordinances governing hours of use.

Submissions? Suggestions?
PCannon@intertec.com
or
Call 800/543-4116, ext. 154