It's Tailgate Time Again: Grilling Safety Tips – Football Sweepstakes

Harrisburg, PA – Football season is back! People from all across the Keystone state will soon be gathering in State College, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and all points between to enjoy a good old fashion Tailgate Party before the games.

PAPGA offers these tips to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for your family and friends:

 

  • Avoid a False Start: Make sure that your lid is open before igniting the burners on your grill. This will avoid the buildup of gas during ignition. If your grill doesn’t start after a couple of clicks, turn off the burners and tank valve, wait 5 minutes and then try again.
  • Don’t Fumble! Make sure your grill is on sturdy ground and at least six feet from any vehicle.
  • Play Strong Defense! Make sure that the kids (of all ages) are passing footballs or kicking soccer balls at a safe distance and always make sure that someone is guarding the grill from flying objects.
  • Hard Hitting Safety: Make sure you have a portable fire extinguisher on hand in case of uncontrollable flare ups. Disconnect your tank from the grill while transporting to and from the game.
  • Tackle Bacteria! Make sure to pack raw meats in a separate cooler and bring extra utensils and paper plates to handle them in preparation for the grill. Bring disposable gloves and/or make sure that you have thoroughly washed your hands after handling raw meats.

Learn more about Grilling Safety by visiting http://www.grillingforheroes.com

This site features tips from the Propane Educational & Research Council (PERC) and Food Network personality, Sunny Anderson. You can also submit your favorite grilling recipe and learn more about ‘Hope for the Warriors’ – a charity for wounded Veterans.

College Football Fans can also enter to win a VIP Weekend Experience in State College as Penn State hosts Michigan State on November 29th, 2014. One lucky winner and three guests will win game tickets, hotel accommodations, a pre-game visit to the playing field, pre-game hospitality tent tickets, a gift card and more. To enter, visit https://www.facebook.com/PApropane
Click on the ‘2014 PAPGA Football Sweepstakes’ tab and fill out the entry form.
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