Sizzling summer safety tips from CSA International

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Warm weather has finally arrived, which means many Americans are gearing up for outdoor activities, like barbecuing, home and garden work and camping and boating.

While having fun in the sun, CSA International, a leading certification and testing organization, offers up some sizzling summer tips to remind everyone to be proactive with safety and to enjoy a happy and healthy summer season.

CSA International would like to help everyone practice safety this spring and summer by providing some simple tips to follow.

YARD WORK AND RENOVATIONS: Whether you are pruning the bushes, mowing the lawn or building a backyard deck, it is important to keep the following safety tips in mind:

The mark's the spot. Always ensure your products such as electric lawn mowers, barbecues, power tools, ladders, decorative lights, extension cords and safety apparel carry the mark of an approved certification agency such as CSA International, indicating that they have been tested to the applicable, recognized standard. Let the manual guide you. Read the manufacturer's operating instructions and use products or appliances only as intended.

Guard yourself with gear. Protect yourself by wearing certified protective eye and footwear. Hearing protection should be worn when operating loud machinery, vehicles or tools.