After having come across a number of articles about a man severly burned attempting to use petrol to light his grill, there has been an increasing number of articles from fire officials urging people to heed safety warnings when throwing a barbecue. "By far the biggest danger is the use of flammable liquids to light the barbecue", says Paul Slaven, PR officer for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. "We have had a couple of occasions where people have poured petrol onto the charcoal in an effort to get it going and the reaction has, not surprisingly, been violent and highly dangerous.” To ensure a safe and enjoyable end to summer and the barbecue season, the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service have provided a few safety tips to remember. Mr. Slaven adds, “This may seem like a long list but most of these things are common sense. Always prepare well in advance and light the charcoal early. Most of all enjoy yourself safely."
1. Never light a barbecue indoors.
2. Never leave a barbecue unattended.
3. Make sure your barbecue is well away from sheds, fences, trees, shrubs or garden waste.
4. Use enough charcoal to cover the base of the barbecue, but not more.
5. Keep children, pets and garden games away from the cooking area.
6. After cooking, make sure the barbecue is cool before moving it.
7. Empty ashes onto bare garden soil, not into dustbins or wheelie bins. If they are hot, they can melt the plastic and cause a fire.
8. Enjoy yourself, but do not drink too much alcohol if you are in charge of the barbecue.
9. Always keep a bucket of water, sand or a garden hose nearby for emergencies.
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