Every year, thousands of burn injuries
occur as the result of careless use or improper choice of lighter and starter
fluids for outdoor grills.
Approved charcoal
grill starter fuels are far less explosive than gasoline or kerosene.
But even when using
the correct fuel, always use an insulated fire retardant mitt when lighting
coals.
After soaking the
coals with starter fluid, wait a minute before lighting them. This gives the
vapors time to dissipate.
(Bridge)This takes care of getting
started. What guidelines should be followed while cooking, and when
extinguishing the coals after finishing or in a fire emergency?