How to Use a Fireplace Safely

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Burn safe materials.. Avoid using flammable liquids to start fires.. Start the fire correctly.

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Steps

1

Burn safe materials.

Step 1

Burn safe materials.

2

Avoid using flammable liquids to start fires.

Step 2

Avoid using flammable liquids to start fires.

3

Start the fire correctly.

Step 3

Start the fire correctly.

4

Clean out the ashes after every fire.

Step 4

Clean out the ashes after every fire.

5

Keep a fireplace screen in front of the fireplace when in use.

Step 5

Keep a fireplace screen in front of the fireplace when in use.

6

Inspect your fireplace every two years.

Step 6

Inspect your fireplace every two years.

7

Keep the chimney cap clean.

Step 7

Keep the chimney cap clean.

8

Clean your chimney annually.

Step 8

Clean your chimney annually.

9

Be aware of signs of potential problems with your fireplace.

Step 9

Be aware of signs of potential problems with your fireplace.

10

Keep a fire extinguisher near the fireplace.

Step 10

Keep a fire extinguisher near the fireplace.

11

Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Step 11

Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

12

Keep the area clear.

Step 12

Keep the area clear.

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