Risk Management Tip
Backyard safety
What screams summer more than a backyard barbeque? Whether you’re hosting backyard get-togethers or just relaxing by the pool, keep these tips in mind for creating your own safe backyard oasis:
- Choose a safe location for your grill and keep it on a level surface more than 10 feet away from the house, garage, deck rails or other structures.
- Grease or fat buildup can catch and spread fire quickly,so keep your grill clean.
- Supervise children while they play on playsets. Regularly check playsets for sturdiness, rusty bolts and wood rot. Ensure playsets do not have openings between pieces that could trap a child’s head or neck, and place them on level ground on wood chips or other soft materials to prevent injuries.
- Before mowing, clear the yard of any debris or loose objects that could fly out from under the lawnmower and cause injury. Also, never try to unclog a running mower, and never leave a running lawnmower unattended.
- If you use pesticides and weed killers, wear protective clothing and don’t spray around children or pets. Never use more than what the manufacturer recommends.
- Before you dig a hole in your yard for a planting project or installing a fence or deck, call your local utility company to make sure you avoid underground gas or power lines.
For more backyard safety tips, read this article from Travelers or email us at info@bks-partners.com
