Safety Manual

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Guideline #1.
Always be considerate of bystanders and adjoining property.
Debris should never be blown in the direction of people. No one wants to be pelted by
particles of sand and debris. It can take one’s breath away. It is almost a certainty that
there will be a complaint. People have been known to become hostile. Some see it as a
type of assault and have even called the police.
On the other hand, a neighbor or passerby will smile back at you when you idle down
your blower and point the nozzle away. They usually realize that you are only doing
your job and will give you credit for being courteous.
Respect other people’s property. Do not blow material at
automobiles or on neighbor’s lawns and driveways. This
could start retaliatory action. They may blow it back… with
interest.
atch out for open windows and doors. Pointing the blower
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eep in mind that it is not only the neighbor and passerby that deserves consideration. If
he best practice is to be aware of who is around you at all times and know where the
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nozzle at or toward an open door will not only send debris into
someone’s home, but it directs and increases the noise they mus
endure. Why call attention to what you are doing. Close the
door.
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you are working on someone’s property as a contractor, you should always be considerate
of the owner, his or her property and everyone living there. Being inconsiderate here is a
sure way to lose your contract.
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debris is being blown. Always be considerate, courteous and conscientious.