Staying Safe Around the Fire Pit
October 30th, 2009 by manny-ppc2Fire Pit Safety
While a properly constructed and installed fire pit is already much safer than more traditional methods of enjoying an open fire at home, there are still a few basic safety precautions to bare in mind when using your fire pit. By making sure that the area around the fire is clear of flammable debris, ensuring the fire is out completely and not leaving your fire unattended, you will be off to the right start enjoying fire near your home by treating it with the respect that it deserves.
Clear the Area
The most important thing that you can do to make your fire area safe is to clean the perimeter of any and all debris. Leaves, sticks and other yard waste are the main thing that you are after, but you might take a moment to remove any fire propellants such as lighter fluid or lighters from plain view if children will be in the area without close supervision. Also, take a quick survey of anything in the area that could potentially get knocked over and fall into the pit by accident.
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