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Katrina Aftermath Clean-up: Use Caution with Outdoor Power Equipment.
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September 9, 2005
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2005 PR Newswire Association LLC. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) extends its sympathies to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. In the aftermath of the hurricane, OPEI is warning residents of the Gulf coast states and other storm-prone areas to follow basic safety steps when using outdoor power equipment for storm clean-up. While outdoor power equipment can be a handy tool to accelerate the clean-up process, users are urged to:
- READ the operator's manual before operating equipment
- Keep children and pets away from work area
- Dress properly for the job: wear proper footwear, snug clothing, gloves
and eye/ear protection
- Clear area ...
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