Safety with Barbecues
Holding a barbecue should be a safe and fun experience for any family.
To ensure there are no injuries or damage to property please take the following simple precautions.
Ensure that your barbecue is sound and in good working order.
Make sure the site chosen for the barbecue is flat. This MUST BE well away from sheds, fences and overhanging branches and other foliage.
1. Use only sufficient charcoal to cover the base of the barbecue to a depth of about 50mm (2 inches) .
2. Use only recognised fire lighters or starter fuel and only use on cold coals.
3. Use the minimum quantity necessary to start the fire NEVER USE PETROL .
4. Keep children and garden games well away from the cooking area.
5. Never leave the barbecue unattended.
6. When the cooking is finished, ensure the barbecue is cool before attempting to move it
7. Empty the spent ashes onto bare garden soil
8. Never put ashes straight into a dustbin or wheelie bin.
Gas Barbecues
With these you use bottled gas, so follow these simple rules:- Make sure the tap is turned off before changing the gas cylinder. Change gas cylinders in the open air if possible, otherwise open doors and windows to provide good ventilation.
If you suspect a leak to the gas cylinder or pipework brush soapy water around all joints and watch for bubbles. If you find a leaky joint, try to tighten, but do not overtighten.
Do not keep more spare gas cylinders than you need. Store gas cylinders outside (protect from frost and direct sunlight) Do not store gas cylinders under the stairs of your home.
If you are upstairs this is your means of escape from a fire.
When you have finished cooking with a gas barbecue, turn off the gas cylinder before the barbecue controls, this ensures that any residue gas in the pipeline is used up.
To Prevent Accidents
Avoid using glass containers
Be careful of steam when opening foil parcels
Afterwards put out the fire, don't leave it to burn
Enjoy yourselves but remember..... Excessive Alcohol and Fire Never Mix
Cooking with fire does have its hazards and should be treated with respect,so that it can be done safely and enjoyed, so please take care
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