Fryer Safety Tips - LSS Life Safety Services®

With the preparation of meals and the hanging of holiday lights and decorations, this time of year is notorious for accidental fires.  Although we at LSS Life Safety Services® deal with passive fire protection systems in healthcare, commercial, and industrial buildings, we are always advocates for fire safety in any kind of structure, including homes.  With Thanksgiving later this week, here are some important fryer safety tips if you plan on using a turkey fryer.

• Make sure the cooking pot isn’t overfilled with oil to avoid spill out
• Ensure your turkey is completely thawed out before placing it into the fryer
• The turkey fryer should be placed outside and away from any flammable materials
• Be careful not to touch the lid or handles without protection
• Make sure the fryer is on a flat service; fryers can easily tip over

For more information about turkey fryer safety tips, head to the UL Website.