Leaving Home Safety
Candle and Incense Safety
§Use sturdy holders
large enough to collect any wax drippings
§Do not leave candles unattended
§Keep candles away from combustibles
§Trim wicks to ¼ inch
§In outage, carry flashlight
        If candles or incense holders are permitted in your living quarters, make sure their holders are sturdy, won’t tip, are large enough to collect wax drippings and located where they are not likely to be knocked over.
       Don’t leave candles lit when leaving a room or going to bed.
       Keep candles away from combustibles, including loose papers, window curtains, or clothing piles that could be ignited.
      Keep the wicks trimmed to ¼ inch to prevent their tops from breaking off and spreading flame to a combustible substance.
      In a power outage, don’t carry lit candles. Use flashlights instead.
(Bridge) Failure to follow rules and precautions in any of these areas can lead to fires like the one on the next slide.