With the recent warm weather wreaking havoc across the country with wildfires in some of our country’s most beautiful regions, there has been some negative press over the use of disposable BBQs. They are not themselves dangerous if they are used to the manufacturer’s instructions and common sense is observed. Where one problem seems to occur is where the “instant BBQ” is taken too literally, in reality, to use a disposable BBQ safely and responsibly is neither instant in the preparations, slow during the cooking phase and with a distinctly lengthy post-procedure to ensure there is no danger created to either yourself or the environment around you.
As previously mentioned, reading the Instructions and sticking to them when you operate the BBQ is really important. Some of the basics are there for very good reasons.
Get The Right Food
One thing you’ll want is something tasty to cook. High-quality meat tends to cook much nicer on the BBQ so it’s worth investing. Swaledale Butchers do various meat boxes and options around various types of sausages so there is something to suit everyone’s taste buds.
Never Use A BBQ Indoors
It may seem obvious not to use a disposable BBQ inside, but the reasons may be less apparent. In addition to the massive fire risk posed by such misadventure, the risk of death from Carbon Monoxide poisoning is very real and as the gas is both unseen and odourless, can cause death before the BBQ user is aware there is a problem.
Do ensure you read the instructions fully before you start.
A Suitable Base
With the base of a disposable BBQ able to exceed temperatures of 400°C, it cannot be placed on a combustible surface. Very few surfaces possess the heat and fireproof quality needed. You can use dry house bricks or paving slabs making sure there is airflow underneath the disposable BBQ.
Ensure It Is Fully Extinguished
After you have completed your cooking, you will either need to wait until the BBQ is completely burnt out and cold before dousing it in water and putting it in the bin. Or, and this is not a recommended option, speed its cooling by adding water very gradually. Be aware that bricks and paving slabs that are hot have the possibility of exploding if water boils to steam within their structure.
Bin It
When the BBQ is fully cooled and doused, place it carefully in a bin, do not leave it laying about for wildlife to fall victim to.
A Better Option
When the weather is exceptionally hot and you are looking to dine outdoors in the countryside, it may be much better to consider a picnic, especially if you have children with you. This can work out a lot less hassle and has the opportunity to provide some straight-from-the-cool box delights that are every bit as good as any BBQ.
*Collaborative post
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