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Summertime Means Grilling Time!!

5/12/2017 (Permalink)

Grilling Safety

Grilling safety tips


 


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. To keep you and your family safe while grilling, follow these general guidelines:


General grilling tips



  • 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.



Before you use your grill:



  • Check the major connection points between the gas (propane) tank hose and the regulator and cylinder, and where the hose connects to the burners. Tighten if loose.

  • Check the gas (propane) tank hose for the potential (gas) leaks. To do that:

    • Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose using a brush or spray bottle.

    • Turn the propane tank on. If there is a gas leak, the propane will release bubbles around the hose (big enough to see).

    • If there are no bubbles, your grill is safe to use.



  • If there are bubbles, turn off the tank and check connections, then have your grill serviced by a professional before using it again.

  • If the leak doesn’t stop, call the fire department immediately.


When the grill is on:



  • As you are cooking, if you smell gas, turn off the gas tank and burners.

  • If the leak stops immediately, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again.

  • If the smell continues, move away from the grill and call the fire department immediately. Do not move the grill.


Charcoal grills



  • There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use. Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal using newspaper as a fuel.

  • 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.


 


 

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