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July, the peak of the grill season, and grill-related burn injuries!

July means grilling season for many, but let's not forget the importance of safety. This month records the highest number of grill-related fires and reported burn injuries. At Mölnlycke, your well-being is our priority, so we asked experts for their tips on essential first aid advice and burn prevention strategies for the summer. Have a safe summer!

How to stay safe and avoid burns

Make sure your grill is in a safe location.

  1. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
  2. Only grill outside.
  3. Keep children and pets away. Keep children and pets at least one meter away from the grill area.
  4. Keep your grill clean. Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill.
  5. Let it cool completely.

When you are finished grilling, let the coals cool completely before disposing of them in a metal container.

What to do if an injury happens

Follow the steps below for adequate first-aid measures to help limit the pain and damage to the skin due to burns1.

  1. Stop the burning process: Remove the burn source and move the person to a safe space.
  2. Remove all burnt clothing and jewelry if it will cause constriction.
  3. Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes as early as possible after the injury, within 3 hours. Never use ice, iced water, or any creams or greasy substances like butter.
  4. Cover the burn loosely with a non-adherent simple dressing or cling film.
  5. Keep the person warm: Wrap the body in a clean dry blanket.
  6. Seek medical advice.
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