According to the survey in 2013 Independence Day of the National Retail Federation, seven in 10 Americans who plan to celebrate the 4th of July this year will attend a barbecue, barbecue or picnic. This equates to 164 million people enjoying a flame grilled burger or two, a record compared to previous investigations
If you're one of the millions who will be grilling this holiday weekend -. Or at any time throughout the season, here are some tips to avoid four accidents festival open air common
Party Mishap # 1 -. Sparks Gone Wild
injuries from 90 fireworks were treated in US emergency rooms of hospitals in 2011, according to the most recent data published by (NFPA) of the National Fire Protection Association. The data also show that fireworks cause two of the five fires reported on a typical day of independence, more than any other cause of the fire. Certainly a negative point of the party.
Erie Insurance saw both injury and personal injury property damage caused by fireworks, including one in which a client has triggered fireworks in a courtyard and sparks landed on the house a neighbor, catch on fire. An estimated 17,800 fires across the country were started by fireworks in 2011, causing $ 32 million in damage to the global property
How to avoid :. Let the professional fireworks, use sparklers carefully
"Fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate the birthday of our country, but we recommend that you look at a place sanctioned by the community, rather than put them off you, "said Matt Myers, senior vice president, Erie Insurance claims." There are just too many things that can go wrong, especially in a group of people and when children are nearby. "
Myers added that if you allow children to play with sparklers, NFPA says that account for a quarter of all injuries fireworks you must turn them off completely in water to avoid revive the unexpectedly
Mishap # 2 -. buckling Siding
Nothing beats the taste of barbecue or a cooked hamburger in the backyard, but when the grill is too close to the house, the coating may be singed (or worse). With more than eight in 10 American households owning a grill or smoker * This is a security measure almost everyone needs to consider.
"There are not the flames of fire that can be a danger," said Myers, "but the radiant heat of the grill can melt vinyl siding, and can even catch a home fire."
How to avoid: Give the room grill batches
Product Commission US Consumer Safety recommends grills be placed at least 10 feet from any structure, and that they are used in a garage, breezeway, carport or porch, or any surface that can catch fire.
ERIE also warns against the lighter fluid poured on hot coals, which can cause a flash fire or explosion. If you dump hot coals on the ground after the barbecue is done, sprinkle with water to make sure they are completely
Mishap # 3 -. Have low Fall Out
more and more people gather around fires in homes designed for patios and backyard. But while homes can be a great addition to an outdoor area, it is important to remember that anything that involves fire is inherently risky.
"We got a complaint that a customer started a fire in a home not realizing that the bottom had almost rusted, and all the embers and all, collapsed on the deck and began a fire, "said Myers. "We've also seen a situation where a customer thought the fire was out but the wind caught a spark, and that led to the platform to catch fire."
How to avoid it: Do not put a pit on a wooden deck and check the bottom
Follow these the fire pit safety tips . Also, never put a home on a wooden deck
Mishap # 4 -. Unplanned Slippin 'and Slidin'
pools, trampolines, playground equipment, volleyball nets and the like it can really boost the fun factor at an outdoor party. But these toys, pools, in particular, can be dangerous. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports drowning as the leading cause of injury and death in children between 1 and 4.
How to avoid: Use common sense
the best way to you, your family and guests safe keeping is to use common sense. "Even simple housekeeping, such as storage of toys and games outside areas where people can trip over them, can make your customers more secure," said Myers. "By using common sense, like not to the net volleyball too close to the grid, can also make a huge difference. "
the CDC has several pool safety tips, including that children learn to swim and be closely supervised when near pools or spas
* Source: 09 study by the Association Hearth, Patio and Barbecue
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