How to Use a Menorah Safely

A menorah is an important part of Hanukkah. To ensure your safety and avoid any fire hazards, take precautions when lighting your menorah.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Candles And Menorahs
• Smoke Detectors
• Smoke Detectors
• Fire Extinguishers
• Fire Extinguishers
• Combination Smoke/carbon Monoxide Detectors

1. Make sure that you use a sturdy, fire-safe menorah.

2. Place menorah on a steady table and make sure nothing is too close to the candles' flame.

3. Avoid placing menorah in small, closed areas, such as closets or between bookshelves.

4. Keep the candles away from anything flammable.

5. Avoid putting your menorah in windows or near doorways. If they catch fire, your exit could be blocked.

6. Check the candles often to make sure they haven't burned down too low.

7. Never leave lit candles unattended.

Tips & Warnings

• Stress fire safety to your family around the holidays.
• Keep a fire extinguisher handy in your home.
• Under no circumstances should a child play with matches or candles.

on 11/22/2005 Place aluminum foil or some other non-flammable material under the menorah to catch hot wax, or to prevent a fire from starting should one of the candles fall over.