- 1. Have a fire extinguisher, sand, and/or water handy for emergencies and store the extinguisher/sand properly.
- 2. Choose a safe location for your BBQ grill or pit that is a far away enough away from your house, seating area and play area to avoid property damage, accidents and burns.
- 3. Read BBQ grill instructions; familiarize your new or new to you grill, take it out for a test drive before inviting the gang over.
- 4. Caution should be used when barbequing with charcoal and lighter fluid. Charcoal grills are the cause of more fires than gas grills. Keep long hair in a ponytail.
- 5. Gas grills should be inspected regularly; make sure gas lines stay clear of blockage and free from bugs and insects.
- 6. Never use an old defective BBQ; make sure it’s in good working order.
- 7. One person should be in charge of the grill/BBQ; never leave it unattended especially when children are around.
- 8. Wait to indulge in beer and alcohol until you finish grilling.
- 9. Keep control of fire to avoid burns, burnt food, and property damage.
- 10. Watch the smoke and be courteous of others. Grill smoke contains carbon monoxide, PAH, and other dangerous and cancer causing agents. So enjoy the smell from a distance.
- 11. Speak to your children about safety hazards of fire.
- 12. Be aware of food storage and outdoor cooking issues to avoid food poisoning.
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