Candle Safety

Tips

• Extinguish all candles when leaving a room or before going to sleep.
• Never leave a candle unattended.
• Never burn a candle on or near anything that can catch fire.
• Keep candles out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not place lighted candles where they can be knocked over.
• Trim candle wicks to 1/4 inch each time before burning.
• Always use a candle holder specifically designed for candle use. The holder should be heat resistant, sturdy, and large enough to contain any drips or melted wax.
• Keep the wax pool free of wick trimmings, matches, and debris at all times.
• Do not burn a candle for longer than the manufacturer recommends.
• Do not burn candles near drafts, vents, and air currents.
• Burn candles in a well-ventilated room.
• Extinguish the flame if it comes too close to the holder or container.
• Never touch or move a candle when the wax is liquid.
• Extinguish pillar candles if the wax pool approaches the outer edge.
• Candles should be placed at least three inches apart from one another.
• Use the candle snuffer to extinguish candles. This helps prevent hot wax from spattering.
• Do not use water to extinguish candles.
• It is safer to use flashlights and other battery-operated lights during a power failure.
• Never use a candle for light when fueling equipment such as a lantern or kerosene heater.