Question: What is recommended to safely grill at home?
Answer:
First of all the
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges consumers to check
grills for recalls.
If you have a gas
grill check all hoses for cracks, brittleness, holes and leaks. Make
sure there are no sharp bends in the hose or tubing as these will be
areas where the hose may fail. Regularly check for leaks at the
valve by using soapy solution and identify any bubbles that may
indicate a leak.
Regularly clean the
grill and keep the grease traps clean to reduce flare-ups and grease
fires.
Use grills outside
only in well ventilated areas. Carbon monoxide is a byproduct of gas
and charcoal grills, never use in a garage or in the home due to
potential CO poisoning.
Never leave grills
unattended and adjust the flames from the gas and spread out
charcoal coals to keep down flare-ups.
Keep children away
from the grilling area due to hot surfaces.
Enjoy the fun of
cooking outdoors safely and be prepared for the unexpected.
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