grilling-tips

Top Grill Safety Tips

Grills should only be used outdoors and at least 10 feet away from a house or any building.
Do not use the grill in a garage, breezeway, carport, porch, or under a surface that can catch fire.
The grill should be placed well away from deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
Keep children and pets away from the grill area by declaring a 3-foot "kid-free" safety zone around the grill.
Grills should be kept clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grill itself and in the trays below the grill.
Never leave a grill unattended.
Keep lighted cigarettes, matches, or open flames away from the grill.
Sunscreen is flammable. Do not apply aerosol sunscreen near a grill or open flame.

Charcoal grills

If you use a starter fluid, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the lit fire.
Never burn charcoal inside of homes, vehicles, tents or campers. Charcoal should never be used indoors, even if ventilation is provided.
When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool before disposing in a metal container.
Since charcoal produces CO fumes until the charcoal is completely extinguished, do not store the grill indoors with freshly used coals.
Store charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources.

Gas Grill

Check grill hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes and leaks.
If you detect a leak, immediately turn off the gas and don't attempt to light the grill until the leak is fixed.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when operating a gas grill.
Never start a fire with gasoline or other flammable products.