Barbecues and BBQ Safety

gas barbecue The History of Gas


Stay Safe Whilst Barbecuing



Charcoal Barbecues

Gas Barbecues

Caravan Safety Tips


Carbon Monoxide Dangers

Carbon monoxide (CO) is produced when a fuel such as charcoal, gas or petrol burns incompletely. This could happenwhen an appliance isn’t working properly or could happen as part of its normal function. Barbecues, for example, produce carbon monoxide even when they are functioning normally.
Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless gas and is poisonous. When highly concentrated it can kill swiftly. In smaller concentrations CO poisoning can give symptoms similar to flu or food poisoning.

Safety Tips

Spotting the danger signs:
You cannot smell, taste or see carbon monoxide but it can kill quickly and without warning. The early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning can present symptoms similar to food poisoning or flu, though without a high temperature.

Camping Safety Tips


Building a Fire Safely


Other Camping Tips

