May Is National Barbecue Month - Summer Grilling Season Kicks Off With Safety
Whitinsville, Mass. – May 1, 2006 – Osterman Propane is celebrating National Barbeque Month. According to the Hearth, Patio & Barbeque Association (HPBA), total gas grill sales in the US approached nearly nine million units. Gas grills have gained popularity thanks to their quick heat, precise control, and visual appeal. Combined with new technology and materials like stainless steel, gas grills offer longer life and easier cleaning than their predecessors. In fact, gas grill have taken the lions share of the BBQ market, exceeding sales of traditional charcoal grills by 35%.
Safety Tips for using a gas grill courtesy of the HPBA:
- Have a fire extinguisher handy
- Never leave a hot grill unattended
- Do not allow any activities around the grill when it is in use or still hot
- Always use the grill away from combustible surfaces, and never attempt to move a hot grill
- Prior to lighting a gas grill, be sure to open the lid to prevent a buildup of gas
- When cooking is completed, be sure to turn off the fuel supply and burners
- Check your grill regularly for signs of wear and tear, including hose cracks and possible leaks
- Always store your Propane tanks outside and in an upright position
- Never use a Propane tank if it has dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, corrosion, leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual external damage
- Use long-handled utensils to avoid burns and spatters
- Do not wear anything with hanging shirt tails, frills, or apron strings
- In addition to gas grills, a variety of new outdoor appliances can make use of a 20 pound Propane cylinder. These products include patio heaters, insect traps, outdoor fireplaces and chimneas. Osterman Propane provides fuel to over 400 local retailers across New England who are ready to fill Propane cylinders for your outdoor use.
About Osterman Propane
Osterman Propane serves 60,000 customers in over 600 communities, making it one of the largest family owned Propane companies in the United States. Over the past 45 years, Osterman Propane has built a strong reputation for providing comfort and confidence to residential, commercial, and industrial Propane users. For more information, call us at 800-407-3930 or visit www.ostermangas.com
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