Use all barbecue grills away from the house in the backyard. In multi-family dwellings, charcoal burners/grills and LP-gas burners/grills with a water capacity greater than 2.5 pounds [nominal one pound LP-gas capacity] shall not be located on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction. Contact the Charleston Fire Marshal at 843-720-1981 to determine if your grill location suitable.
Gas Grills
LP-gas (propane) is heavier than air and sinks. A leaky grill could pose a hazard to people below. Possible ignition sources include smoking materials, air conditioners, compressors, pilot lights, and cars. Make sure all connections are tight and secure.
- Keep all LP-gas cylinders/grills outside, 10 feet away from building openings such as doors, windows, dryer vents; and 20-feet away from air intake vents and ignition sources.
Charcoal Grills
- Use only charcoal lighter fluid to start charcoal grills.
- Once the coals have been lighted, never add lighter fluid to the fire - flames may travel up the stream of lighter fluid resulting in serious burns.