Using this simple tool would prevent most of those visits.
Ananalysis of snow blower injuries that lead to ER admission between 2003 and 2018shows a clear pattern.
The simplest way to avoid that kind of injury?
The spoiler is in the photo above.
Use a snow blower cleanout tool like the one the snow blower operator is holding in their right hand.
This kit includes not just a sturdy snow blower cleanout tool but a mounting bracket you can add to your existing snow blower.