The Most Important Grilling Tips for, Barbecue Season.<br />As impressive as it is to show off your grilling abilities,<br />it’s also important to be safe.<br />Here are 10 important tips to make sure a preventable injury<br />doesn’t overshadow your grilling skills during barbecue season. .<br />1. Always use propane and<br />charcoal grills outside.<br />2. Grill in a clear area away from buildings and<br />overhead structures, like tree branches.<br />3. Clean the fat and grease buildup<br />off of your grill regularly. .<br />4. Never leave a lit grill unattended.<br />5. If the flame goes out<br />on a gas grill, open the lid<br />and let it ventilate for five<br />minutes before relighting. .<br />6. Make sure your grill is firmly planted and stable,<br />not on a rocky, uneven surface.<br />7. If you’re using a charcoal grill,<br />only use charcoal starter fluid. .<br />8. Always start off barbecue<br />season by checking the propane<br />tank and hose for any leaks.<br />9. Keep kids and pets at least three feet away<br />from the grill at all times. .<br />10. Always have fire<br />prevention tools<br />ready to be used at<br />a moment’s notice
