Summertime, and the livin’ is easy, or so the song goes. Warm days and cozy evenings can make for delightful family fun and entertaining.
However, keep an eye on safety protocols as well. Outdoor summertime activities bring their own dangers, so follow these steps to help ensure everyone has a fun and injury-free time.
1. Respect Fire
Fire brings fun to a summer gathering, whether in a fire pit, during a bonfire, or firing up the grill. However, treat fire very carefully. Even under controlled circumstances, it can get out of hand quickly. Closely supervise children around fires. Never leave a fire unattended; when you have fire outdoors, keep a fire extinguisher handy and ensure you and your guests know where it is and how to use it. Pay attention to your area’s local fire rules and burn bans, and follow them.
