Barbecue safety
- Position on a level site away from wooden fencing, sheds, and hedges
- Don't place on dry grass or vegetation
- Use firelighters or barbecue fuel to light - never use petrol, paraffin etc
- Never leave the barbecue unattended - keep children well away from the cooking area
- Fatty foods can cause the coals to flare up
- Never move a BBQ until it is cool. Make sure any remaining charcoal is cold before disposing of it thoughtfully.
- Keep water handy to deal with any unexpected spread of fire
- Make sure that alcohol doesn't affect your ability to act safely
- Make sure matches are extinguished before disposing of them
- Make sure the controls and cylinder valves of a gas barbecue are turned off before you change the cylinder in a well-ventilated area. Always check connections for leaks
- When using barbecues in the countryside, always use designated areas
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