Outdoor BBQ safety: never burn pellets indoors

Never burn pellets in a home, garage, car, tent or enclosed or partly enclosed space. An open door or window does not make indoor burning safe. Keep the grill away from openings into buildings and follow its clearance instructions.

Do not move a grill under an enclosure when it rains. Stop using it according to the appliance instructions rather than continuing indoors.

Use a stable, non-combustible surface. Keep children and pets away and assign an adult to stay with the fire. Keep spare fuel, packaging and other combustible materials away from the grill.

Use only a grill-approved starter as directed. Never add starter to burning fuel. Follow the appliance instructions for tools, fuel loading and shutdown; do not leave a lit grill unattended.

Let all fuel and ash cool completely outdoors before handling or disposal. A fire that appears out may still be hot; never take it inside for storage while it is cooling.

If anyone feels unwell near burning fuel or carbon monoxide exposure is suspected, leave the area for fresh air immediately and seek emergency medical help. Do not stay to investigate the source.

Is a garage with its door open safe?

No. Never use pellet fuel in a garage or any partly enclosed space, even with the door open.

Can I bring the BBQ inside once the flames stop?

No. Leave the grill outdoors until fuel and ash have cooled completely and follow the appliance’s storage instructions.