Cooking Fire Safety

Clean cooking surfaces regularly to prevent food and grease build-up.

It's okay to leave a paper towel close to your stove top.

Keep items that can catch on fire, such as dish towels and pot holders, away from the stove.

Never throw water on a grease fire.

When cooking with oil, add food gently to the pot or pan so the oil does not splatter

Plug cooking appliances directly into an outlet. Never use an extension cord for a cooking appliance.

You should stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, boiling or broiling food.

Loose-fitting clothing can't catch on fire.

If you are sleepy, you should not use the stove or stovetop.

Keep children and pets away from cooking areas by creating a three-foot “kid–free zone” around the stove.

Turn pan handles outward to prevent food spills and put them out of reach of children.