FRV firefighters attend dozens of avoidable barbecue fires every year.
It is quick and easy to make your barbecue safe.
Call Triple Zero (000) if a barbecue catches fire. If it is safe to do so, turn off the gas at the meter or cylinder.
Know the drill before you grill. Before using a barbecue you must:
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- Check the LPG cylinder before you turn it on. Do not refill or use a LPG cylinder if it is damaged, or if a licensed gasfitter has not tested it in more than ten years.
- Check the hose has not deteriorated, and
- Check the connections every time – make sure they are tight and the O rings are not cracked or split.
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| TEST |
- Test the connection to the gas cylinder every time you connect it by spraying with soapy water. Bubbles will form if gas is escaping.
- If you’ve got any doubts, do not use the barbeque. Turn off the gas and replace the connection, or contact a licensed gasfitter.
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USE
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- Only use a barbecue outside in a clear space (never indoors or in a confined area).
- Ensure one metre of space between a barbecue and a wall, fence, and other property.
- Use barbecue utensils and an apron to protect against oil and burns.
- Never leave a barbecue unattended, and
- Avoid using a barbecue in windy conditions – burners may blow out and put you at risk of a gas leak.
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| CLEAN |
- Clean the barbecue and remove the excess fat after each use.
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| EXCHANGE |
- Only swap or buy LPG cylinders at a reputable supplier.
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Other resources:
Energy Safe Victoria Gas Barbecue Safety Tips
Energy Safe Victoria ‘Know the Drill before you Grill’ video
