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Published on: 28/05/2017 07:51 AMReported by: roving-eye
If you are planning a barbecue this evening make sure you sizzle safely by following our top tips:
• Never leave a lit barbecue unattended.
• Use enough charcoal to cover the base of the barbecue, but not more.
• Never use petrol or paraffin to start, or revive, your barbecue – use only barbecue fire lighters or starter fuel on cold coals. Prepare well in advance and light the charcoal early.
• Follow the safety instructions provided with disposable barbecues.
• Never use a barbecue indoors or on a balcony.
• Make sure your barbecue is well away from sheds, fences, trees, shrubs or garden waste.
• Keep children, pets and garden games away from the cooking area.
• After cooking, make sure the barbecue is cool before moving it.
• Empty ashes on to bare garden soil, not in to dustbins or wheelie bins. If they’re hot, they can melt the plastic and cause a fire.
• Enjoy yourself, but don’t drink too much alcohol if you are in charge of the barbecue.
• Always keep a bucket of water, sand or a garden hose nearby for emergencies.
Do you have a gas barbecue?
* Your barbecue should be in good working order.
* Ensure the tap is off before changing the gas cylinder and do it outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
* Make sure all joints are safely and securely tightened.
* After cooking, turn the gas supply off first and then the barbeque control. This will stop any gas from leaking.
* Read the manufacturer's instructions about how to check for leaks in the cylinder or pipework, e.g. brushing soapy water around all joints and looking for bubbles.
* Store your gas cylinders outside and protected from frost and sunlight.
By following these tips you will be more likely to have a safe, enjoyable barbecue. Have fun!
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