Propane BBQ Safety

Here are some safety tips to use when dealing with a propane BBQ:

If you haven't used your barbeque in a few months, make sure to inspect and clean it before usage.
Replace any worn or rusted fittings or burners, as well as O rings.
Always check cylinder connections for leaks before using your barbeque for the first time after or with a new cylinder.

Be sure to always use barbeques outdoors in well-ventilated areas, clear from any windows and doors.
Ensure that cylinders are stored upright and off the ground in a secure, well-ventilated location.
Keep the propane cylinder away from any sources of heat or ignition when in storage or transport.
Before using or storing a barbeque on a balcony, check to make sure you have the proper authorization (if in a condominium or apartment complex).
Never modify or repair a barbeque or cylinder/tank parts, including connectors, regulators, valves, burners, and controls.
Keep area clear from any branches, leaves, or other combustible materials.
If you suspect a leak, smell an odour (propane gas is odourized to smell like rotten eggs), or hear a high-pitched whistling noise, turn off the cylinder valve immediately.

When lighting the barbeque, ensure that the lid is open to prevent gas from pooling underneath the lid.
After you are done using the barbeque, turn the valve on the cylinder off first, to ensure there is no gas remaining in the line.
Always make sure the grill is off and completely cooled before covering.
When not in use, always keep the cylinder valve closed and the burner controls off.