Health & Safety

Why Electric Mowers Are Better for You

Using petrol and diesel-powered mowers can pose serious health risks. The World Health Organization has officially declared diesel and petrol fumes carcinogenic, meaning they can cause cancer.

Here are the harmful elements found in diesel fumes:

  • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
  • Benzene
  • 1,3 Butadiene
  • Acetaldehyde
  • Formaldehyde
  • Toluene
  • Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
  • Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5, UFP)
  • Carbon

The Overlooked Health Risks: Noise and Vibration

While we know that breathing fumes and handling fuel is harmful, two other often overlooked factors are noise and vibration.

  • Noise Levels:

    Electric mowers operate at significantly lower decibel levels than petrol or diesel machines - in the range of 72~82 dBA. This allows for late evening and early morning operations.

  • Vibration Impact:

    • Whole-body vibration from diesel mowers can cause long-term health issues such as back pain and skeletal damage. In Europe, regulations limit diesel mower operation to just 4 hours per day for health reasons.
    • In contrast, Mean Green Electric Mowers are rated for up to 12 hours of continuous use without the risks associated with vibration.
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The Healthier Alternative: Electric Mowers

  • No Fuel Handling:

    You avoid exposure to harmful fumes and fuel-handling risks.

  • Lower Noise Pollution:

    Electric mowers produce less noise, reducing the risk of hearing damage.

  • Minimal Vibration:

    Electric mowers lack the large, vibrating engines that can lead to skeletal issues or wrist pain.

  • Long-Term Health Benefits:

    By choosing electric mowers, operators experience less physical strain and greater comfort, while protecting their long-term health.
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