The following safety tips are recommended when you're outdoors during warm weather this spring and summer:

• Electric-powered mowers should not be used on wet grass. Always use an extension cord marked for outdoor use and rated for your mower's power needs.

• Inspect power tools and electric lawn mowers before each use for frayed power cords, broken plugs, and cracked or broken housings. Don't use if there are problems!

• When using tools or extension cords outdoors, make sure they are marked for outdoor use.

• Unplug all portable power tools when not in use. Do not leave a power tool unattended even for a brief period. The tool can be turned on by a child who could be seriously hurt.

• Never use electrically operated power tools in the rain or in wet conditions.

• Metal ladders conduct electricity—watch out for overhead wires and power lines.

• Be sure children are careful flying kites near utility lines. Avoid them if AT ALL POSSIBLE!

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