How to Take Fire Safety Precautions With Campfires and Grills

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It's important to take fire safety measures with campfires and grills. We usually camp and grill in the summertime, when the surrounding vegetation is dry. For your safety and the safety of others, read the following steps before embarking on your outdoor adventure.

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Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Grilling Cookbooks
Barbecue Grills
Charcoal
Grill Utensils
Camp Chairs
Camping Gear
Camping Stoves
Fire Extinguishers
Water Bucket
Fire Extinguishers

Step 1

Keep children at a safe distance from campfires and grills.
Step 2

Wear close-fitting clothing - no scarves or skirts.
Step 3

Make sure nothing flammable is nearby.
Step 4

Have a fire extinguisher or a bucket of water handy at all times.
Step 5

Keep at least a 3-foot distance between the campfire or grill and anything else. Make sure there's no dry vegetation nearby.
Step 6

Put out all fires before leaving the campsite or grill area.

Tips & Warnings

Keep anything flammable away from fire and heat.
Teach everyone how to put out a clothing fire - stop, drop and roll (see "How to Teach a Child to Stop, Drop and Roll," under Related eHows).
In the event of a fire, get your family to safety before attempting to put the fire out yourself. If the fire is spreading too quickly, get everyone away and go call 911.

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on 11/22/2005 Dig previously made fire pits out before using then back fill it with fresh dirt. Some buttheads get pleasure out of burying bullets, firecrackers and propane cylinders in your fire pit. This will surely ruin your day if it explodes in your face. Enjoy.