Let the summer cookouts begin!
We all enjoy delicious food fresh off the grill. Whether you’re using a charcoal or a gas grill, here are some tips to help you grill safely:
- Grill in well-ventilated areas. Never use an outdoor grill indoors.
- Open your gas grill before lighting to make sure gas doesn’t build up under the top.
- Wear proper clothing.
- Don’t wear any loose clothing.
- Roll up your sleeves.
- Pull your hair back.
- Tie and secure apron strings.
- Keep a fire extinguisher within reach.
- Keep combustibles like lighter fluid and cooking sprays at a safe distance away from the grill.
- Never add lighter fluid to hot coals.
- Never use gasoline or kerosene as a starter fluid.
- Create a safe zone around the grill.
- Keep children, pets, and play areas away from the grill.
- Mark a three-foot “No Kids Zone” around your grill.
- Keep the grill at least 10 feet away from buildings.
- Check the grill for leaks if you are using a gas grill.
- Make sure the grill is on a flat and level surface.
- Always clean the grill after use to remove grease that can start a fire.
- Keep a spray bottle full of water next to the grill to extinguish any small flames before they spread.
- Never leave the grill unattended.
- Never use the grill while intoxicated.
- Place used coals from the grill in a metal can with a lid once they have cooled off.
If you or someone you are with are experiencing an emergency, call 911 immediately.
All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.