Fireplace Safety: Part 2

What did you think of our first list? Disaster prevention is so key here. No one wants a nice evening by the fire to turn into an emergency. Here are some more helpful hints to keep your fireplace safe and functional.

• use a fireplace gate.
• approved fireplace tools are recommended
• never burn garbage, rolled newspapers, charcoal or plastic in the fireplace
• avoid using gasoline or any liquid accelerant
• Clean out ashes from previous fires and store them in a noncombustible container with a tight-fitting lid. Keep the container outside and away from the house.
• Never leave a fire unattended
• Make sure the fire is completely out before closing the damper

Source: www.disastersafety.org