Candles

Candles used for any reason including decoration, aromatherapy or lighting can pose a fire risk.

1. Make sure candles are extinguished when leaving the room or going to sleep;
2. Keep burning candles one (1) metre away from furniture, drapes, bedding,
   carpet and other flammable materials;
3. Always use a proper candleholder that is heat resistant, sturdy and large
   enough to hold dripping wax especially on wooden furniture or cloth covered
   surfaces;
4. Never let children have lit candles in their room;
5. Do not have candles where they can be knocked over by children or pets;
6. Never spray an aerosol can near a candle;
7. Flashlights and battery-powered lights are a safer light source than candles
   during a power failure;
8. Keep matches and lighters high up and out of the way of children;
9. Try to avoid walking with a candle; and
10. Do not put candles on windowsills.