Be Safe When Grilling! |
By Engineer Greg Whitman | |
May 19, 2015 | |
We know that the conclusion of EMS Week is Memorial Day, and what better way to celebrate than enjoying fresh hamburgers and hot dogs right off the grill? Make sure to follow these tips so that your celebration does not include a visit to your local Emergency Room! Fire in the grill, under hot dogs and burgers, is a welcome sight at the family cookout. But fire anywhere else can make your summer kick-off barbecue memorable for all the wrong reasons. Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches. Keep children and pets away from the grill area. Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill. Never leave your grill unattended. Charcoal grills There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use. Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal using If you use a starter fluid, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire. Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources. There are also electric charcoal starters, which do not use fire. Be sure to use an extension cord for outdoor use. When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container. Propane grills These tips were provided by the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) |
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