Grills and fire pits are common outdoor features in backyards across the country as well as at small multi-family buildings. These popular amenities, however, come at a price:
Grill Fire Safety and Fire Pit Rules
- 93,000 patients went to the ER due to injuries from grills
- Over 5,300 injuries related to fire pits and outdoor heaters
- On average, 10,200 fires are started by grills and fire pits each year and cause an annual average of $37 million in damage
We have produced a white paper, “Risk Topic: Grill and Fire Pit Safety Considerations”, to help your clients mitigate property and liability risks related to the use of grills and fire pits on their premises.
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