Around 95,000 accidents happen in the garden or just outside the home each year

Be aware that some plants and berries are poisonous or can cause an allergic reaction.  Use gloves when gardening – some common garden insects, or even just the foliage they have been in contact with, can also cause an allergic reaction (caterpillars for example).

TOP TIPS

• Wear appropriate shoes when mowing the lawn and keep feet and hands well away from the mower blades
• When using an electric hedge trimmer, make sure you keep the cable behind you so that you don’t accidentally cut in to it
• Turn off and disconnect all electrical appliances before working on them
• Ensure that all equipment, paint and chemicals are kept safely out of the reach of children
• Keep all products in their original containers
• Keep barbecues well away from trees, buildings and fences, and NEVER pour petrol on a barbeque 

Fruit and vegetables grown in the garden should always be washed thoroughly before eating, even if you have not used pesticides on them.