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BBQ safety for patios and balconies

  • Jul 17, 2022
  • 1 min read

Balcony and patio fires can be significant, whether your building has sprinklers or not. They can quickly spread to other units, and our forested neighbourhood there is also a risk of starting a larger forest fire. In 2021, there were 55 BBQ related fires in British Columbia amounting to over $23 million in property loss. Small patios or porches are especially susceptible. Below are some safety tips to help you reduce your chances of a fire on your balcony, deck or patio.

  • Before purchasing a BBQ, review your strata bylaws, safety plans, and rules with respect to barbecues on balconies (contact your strata manager to get a copy of these documents). Find out whether BBQs are allowed and what rules there are for their use.

  • If your BBQ has been sitting unused for a long time, it will need to be checked before use.

  • Propane, natural gas, and charcoal barbecue grills should only be used outdoors and kept well away from the building and flammable materials. BBQs produce carbon monoxide, a tasteless and odourless gas which can be deadly if inhaled.

  • Keep the grill clean by removing grease or fat build-up from the grills and trays below.

  • Never leave a barbecue unattended.

  • Keep a fire extinguisher within reach, and know how to use it.

  • Ensure any appliance is CSA approved. Follow all manufacturer’s installation and use requirements.

  • Keep balconies and patios free of flammable and combustible materials and debris, such as gasoline, paint, oil, and garbage.



 
 
 

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