Outdoor torches

Patio safety: Using torches and fuels

Decorative, refillable outdoor torches are great to sit by on a warm summer night, but can pose flammability and toxicity hazards to you and your children:

• Flammability: Even when used correctly, lit torches are an open flame source. Never leave a burning torch or candle unattended.
• Toxicity: When a torch or other container of liquid fuel carries toxicity warnings, it means swallowing the contents can cause severe health effects and even death.

Tips for safe torch use

• Teach your children that these products are not toys.
• Keep all products containing liquid fuel out of sight and out of children's reach when you aren't using them.
• Always read the label of any chemical product before using it.