Spring is here, which means many people are ready to spruce up their homes in honor of the new season. <br />Unfortunately, there are a number of risky behaviors that can make spring cleaning a hazard.<br />Here are 10 dangerous mistakes to avoid when spring cleaning.<br />1. Improperly using a ladder.<br />2. Mixing cleaning chemicals and causing a dangerous reaction.<br />3. Using cleaning tools that are already dirty.<br />4. Not wearing proper protective equipment.<br />5. Storing cleaning products in easily-accessible locations that children or pets may get into.<br />6. Using a vacuum with dirty, bacteria-filled bristles.<br />7. Improperly lifting heavy objects.<br />8. Cleaning up animal droppings without proper protection.<br />9. Improperly disposing of cleaning products.<br />10. Not allowing proper ventilation while cleaning.
