A\u00a0family braai is a great way to spend Christmas day, and\u00a0should be a safe and enjoyable experience but it\u2019s all too easy to be distracted when you have friends and family around you while cooking.<\/p>\n
To avoid injuries or damage to property, follow these simple precautions:<\/p>
\u2022 Ensure the braai is on a flat site, well away from fences, trees or overhanging shrubs.<\/p>\n
\u2022Never leave young children unattended in the vicinity of a hot braai, and don\u2019t let
\nthem play close by.<\/p>
\u2022Never leave the braai unattended and don\u2019t try to move it while it\u2019s lit.<\/p>\n
\u2022If it\u2019s windy, ensure the wind is blowing away from you when you light the braai.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Loose fitting, flowing clothing is a hazard as it can be blown over the flames and
\nignite.<\/p>\n
\u2022Don\u2019t use flammable accelerants, such as paraffin or petrol.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Have a fire extinguisher or the garden hose handy or close by in the event of a serious
\nflare-up. But if it\u2019s a grease fire DO NOT use water as it will spread the grease and
\nflare up.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Don\u2019t put ashes straight into a dustbin or wheelie bin \u2013 if they are still even slightly
\nhot, they\u2019ll melt the plastic and cause a fire.<\/p>\n
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