BBQ’s

Barbecues are a popular form of cooking food in both winter and summer.

Cooking on a barbecue usually involves gas or electricty with high temperatures so you should take the following precautions:

1. Before use clean the barbecue thoroughly and check all gas and electric connections for cracks, splits and wear. You can check for leaks by spraying soapy water on the connections, a bubble will form if there is a leak;
2. Set up the barbecue on a firm level base in a well-ventilated area away from
   flammable objects;
3. Do not use a barbecue inside a garage or other enclosed area due to the
   potential build up of harmful smoke and fumes;
4. Keep children and pets away at least two (2) metres away from the barbecue
   when cooking;
5. Use long handled barbecue utensils and flameproof mitts;
6. Do not light a barbecue with the lid closed;
7. Keep a fire extinguisher, fire blanket or garden hose nearby in case of fire;
8. Do not wear loose fitting clothing when cooking;
9. Make sure that you turn off the gas cylinder when you have finished;
10. To avoid grease fires ensure that the grease pan or dripping pan is cleaned
    regularly;
11. Never leave the barbecue unattended when cooking;
12. Do not use petrol to light wooden fuel barbecues.