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Written by Jerry Becerra
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It is Summer and everyone is looking forward to barbecued food. But every year there are fires caused by barbecues that can cause significant damage to property, injury or death. Especially in hot dry weather, it is important to observe simple precautions to prevent your barbecue party from getting out of control.
Barbecue Grill Fire Safety
- When using a propane fueled barbecue grill, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Make a thorough inspection of the grill at the beginning of each cooking season. Gas connections should be checked for leaks by applying a soapy water solution; bubbles will form if gas is escaping. Damaged or corroded gas tanks should be replaced and not used.
- When a liquid fire starter is used to light charcoal, only charcoal lighter fluids should be used – gasoline, kerosene, or any other flammable or combustible liquid should not be used. The lighter fluid should be used before lighting the charcoal, and not while it is burning.
- Barbecue grills should not be left unattended. Small children and pets should be kept away from the cooking area.
- When a barbecue grill is not in use, shut the gas off at the tank, and store it in an outdoor location away from where children play, not in direct sunlight, and at least 5 feet from any building openings at or below the level of the propane tank.
- When transporting a propane tank in a vehicle, such as for refueling, the tank should be placed in an upright position, secured against movement, and not left unattended. In hot weather, a tank should be transported in a ventilated area of a vehicle.
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