FASNY Rescue provides BBQ, tips for the weekend grilling

NEW YORK - With the week - end of Memorial Day is quickly approaching, gather to celebrate the official start of summer families and friends, and many are dust, and threw its doors to be the first time in months L. FDNY National Association urges all New Yorkers - New some basic rules and tips to follow to avoid accidents and injuries, and remember to call for help if needed.

. "Memorial Day is a time for reflection and remembrance, the Association of State Fire Service in New York President Robert McConville," said "We urge all New Yorkers - some basic and have barbecues in the head tips grilling to minimize security risk of accidents during the week - . end holiday hope everyone a happy life, good start to the summer ".

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there is an average of 8,900 home fires caused by cooking, with peak months are May, June, July and August. The main causes of fires Grill include a failure of the grill to clean is also near anything flammable, and not leave the grill unattended. In 2014 16.600 patients were sent to the emergency room after wounded by a grid.

Previous Interview - Information from Utica Fire Chief Russell Brooks obtain.

FASNY offers the following safety tips to avoid accidents:

BEFORE Grill:

• Check your grill thoroughly for leaks, cracks or brittleness before use.
• Check the tubes leading to the burner regularly for obstructions. Check the manufacturer's specific instructions on the net.
• Make sure - that the grid at least 10 feet away from your house, garage or trees.
• Store and use the barbecue on a flat surface large that can not be burned (ie - concrete or asphalt).
• Do not use the grill in a garage, on a porch, patio, or - on anything that can catch fire Never use a propane barbecue grill on the balcony, terrace or roof. It is dangerous and illegal.
• Keep children away from fires and grills. It's a good idea to keep a safety zone around the grill and watch the kids create from the field.
• Prior to the reception to get it filled a propane bottle, check for damage.
• Never transport or store propane in the trunk of your car.

DURING Grill

• Keep children away from the grill.
• Do not wear loose clothing that may catch fire.
• Use tools for grilling long handle and / or flame retardant - gloves.
• Never use other flammable liquids to start fire starter liquid / brush fire.
• Never pour or spray liquid to start in an open flame. Flames along the fluid path back to light flashing the container in his hand.
• Keep alcoholic beverages out of the net; they are flammable.
• Do not leave the grill unattended.

Barbecue Safe

• When you turn on your propane grill, make - that all connections are secure, open the lid and take your game or lighter before turning on the gas.
• Always switch off the supply of propane grill and the bottle to the grill end. Otherwise, it will result in fire hazards such as leakage and faulty controller.
• Keep your grill and propane cylinder outdoors.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions for safe use, cleaning and maintenance of your grill.
• Test your cylinder for leaks on a regular basis. During the leak test, never use matches or open flame. Use soap or a leak detector and water.
• Keep the bottle away from the heat and set a safety plug on the valve.

BY Grill

• Always follow to save the cleaning and the manufacturer's instructions that accompany the grill.
• Keep your grill clean and free of accumulation of fat, which can cause a fire.
• Never store liquid fuels or pressure in your home and / or near any possible source of flame.

If there is a fire GRILL

• For propane - gas grills - turn the burner off BBQ -. Close the grill lid. Disconnect power grids.
• For propane - gas grills - if you can safely reach the tank valve, turn it off.
• If the fire involves the tank, do not touch, the area has cleared and call the fire department.
• If there is any kind of fire is a threat to their personal safety or property at risk, always call the fire department.
• NEVER attempt to delete a grease fire with water. Make only burn the flames. Use a portable fire extinguisher approved.

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