Man in his 70s dies after falling from riding mower in Tasmania
A man in his 70s died on Saturday. He fell from a zero-turn mower while mowing a property in northern Tasmania.
The accident happened at Kindred in Tasmania's north around 3:30pm on Saturday. The man was riding a zero-turn mower when he fell from it.
Zero-turn mowers are popular with property owners who have large, flat yards. The front wheels turn independently from the back wheels, allowing tight turns and precise cutting around obstacles.
Zero-turn mowers can easily overturn on sloped or wet surfaces. Emergency services came and declared him dead at the property.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
- In his 70s
- Man's age
- Overturning on sloped or wet surfaces
- Known risk
Why it mattersLawn mower accidents affect many Australians. Understanding equipment risks could prevent similar deaths.
AustraliaTasmanian property accident relevant to Australians who use similar equipment on sloped or uneven ground.
Corroborated byperthnow.com.au·7news.com.au
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