Q. My 10 year old son wants to cut our grass with our 21 inch rotary mower. My husband says that he will be fine. I’m concerned that he is too young to operate a rotary mower safely. Do you have any suggestions for us?
A. Lawn mowers always need to he handled with safety in mind. The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly advises that children younger than 12 should not use walk-behind lawn mowers.
Physically, a child must be large enough and strong enough to easily start the mower, control the direction, operate controls, and keep all four wheels on the ground. Regardless of age, you also should consider the responsibility and maturity level of your child. When you decide that your child is ready, sit down together and carefully read the owner’s manual. Make sure you both understand all the instructions and safety information. Supervision is very important. Walk with your child during the first few minutes of mowing or until they become confident, and never let them use the mower without adult supervision. By always placing safety first, your child will acquire useful skills and a sense of accomplishment.
Why Weingartz?
Weingartz, family owned and operated, began in 1945 as a farm supply store for local Michigan families. In the 1970s, we began to focus exclusively on outdoor power equipment. Over time, we morphed into the “power equipment superstore” that now defines all of our locations. The staff and experts at Weingartz work diligently to provide the best service possible and give honest and helpful advice to each and every customer.
Weingartz also sells parts for all outdoor power equipment at https://weingartz.com/parts-lookup.
Weingartz
6585 Dixie Hwy.
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 620-5258
info@weingartz.com
Connect With Us!
https://www.facebook.com/WeingartzLawnToSnow
http://pinterest.com/MrWeingartz
Sign up for our electronic monthly newsletter for discounts and money-saving tips.
I think a 10 year old using a push mower is too young.. let alone a 21 inch walk-behind..
Most 10yr olds want to do is play vidieo games, sleep, eat, and get into trouble. Let him cut the grass but watch him do it the first coupla’ times. If you are satisfied he can do it safely cut him loose.