- Marinate foods in the refrigerator rather than the counter or outdoors.
- Keep your grill away from brush, foliage, and trees that can easily catch fire.
- Grill at least four feet away from any structure.
- Keep a spray or squirt bottle full of water nearby to extinguish flare-ups from dripping fat.
- Use utensils designed for grilling, which often have longer reaches and heat-safe handles.
- Wear an apron to protect your clothing from grease spatters. An apron also adds another layer of protection against burns.
- Use oven mitts with caution. The newer design of high-heat silicon mitts are a better option than cloth mitts, which are more likely to catch fire if a stray flame shoots up.
- Make sure children and pets stay a safe distance away from a hot grill.
Above all, have fun!
