Ready, Set, Grill! 10 Outdoor Cooking Safety Tips
Ready to fire up the grill to cook up hotdogs and hamburgersfor your family and friends? Cooking outdoors is a fun way to enjoy the warmer season and SAVE energy! With basic precautions in place, you can host safe outdoor festivities all season long!
Wear the right attire!
Do not wear clothes that are loose-fitting when cooking outdoors.
Supervise the area.
Always keep young children and pets away from any outdoor cooking areas.
Choose the best location.
Only grill outdoors in areas that are well ventilated. Never use a grill in any type of enclosed location.
Lit it right.
Never pour or squirt lighter fluid or any type of fire starting fuel directly onto a lit grill. A flashback could occur causing serious burns to you or others standing nearby.
Prepare the food.
Thoroughly drain meat, poultry and vegetables of all marinades before placing them on the grill to prevent flames from shooting up.
Prep and clean.
Thoroughly clean your grill and all of your grilling utensils when you are finished using them. Store your grilling utensils inside when they are not being used.
Correct connection.
If you are using a gas grill make sure to check the connections on the propane tank between the fuel line and the tank.
Read the manual.
Always follow the instructions of the manufacturer on the proper method of lighting your specific gas grill.
Cool it down.
If you are using a charcoal grill allow the coals to cool completely before disposing of them. The best method is to cover them with water and mix to ensure all the coals are extinguished.
Grab a first aid kit.
Prepare for minor burns and more serious accidents with a first aid burn kit. If grilling away from home, pack the kit with the grill supplies. are for minor burns and more-serious accidents with a burn kit.
