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Safety Before tackling any work by hand, consider using a machine to do the heavy work. Clearing and digging out muck and vegetation is potentially hazardous because of the combination of mud, water, slippery slopes and hidden debris. Follow safety advice, and take care to avoid back injury. Note the symptoms of Weils Disease and...