Every year thousands of people are injured while grilling their favorite dinner.  Most of these injuries were totally preventable if the people would just have paid closer attention to what they were doing.  Here are a few tips to remind of some safety rules when using your grill.

• Grills, unless manufacturer’s instructions say differently, should never ever be used indoor.  The smoke and gases produced by charcoal, gas, wood, and propane are noxious and poisonous when inhaled and should only be used outdoors in a well vented area
• Never place combustible fuels near fires where they could be accidentally lite
• Grills should always be placed on a solid even surface
• Never leave grills unattended
• Keep children and the  disabled elderly away from the grills where they could accidentally be burned
• Never wear loose and baggy clothing, especially sleeves that could quickly catch on fire.
• Always have a fire extinguisher close at hand to put out any flareups or fire that might start nearby if coals or sparks set the grass or nearby material on fire.
• Make sure all vents on all grills be clear and open and not plugged.
• Check and replace all fuel lines on gas grills to see they are not plugged and that they do not leak.
• Do not move the grill once it is lite.  It only take a second for it to tip over and spill hot coals on you or others nearby.
• Do not store LP tanks in any closed in area near people where the poisonous fumes could be inhaled.
• Clean the grill thoroughly after each use to prevent flare ups and bacterial infection.
• Always clean all utensils and cutting boards after each use to prevent salmonella.
• Make sure you wear appropriate heat proof gloves when working with hot food and utensils.

These are just a few of the most common grill safety issues.  I am sure you can think of many more as you use your grill more often.  Just remember put safety first and your grilling experience can be a safe and happy one!