Parade Requirements

· Burning will be permitted on the day of the parade, not to exceed one hour after the end of the parade.

· Burning is not permitted near combustible materials.

· Open fires should be contained in an approved container i.e., chimineas, barbecue grill, etc.

· Burning should be constantly attended and water should be readily available for use if necessary.

· Fires should be completely extinguished prior to leaving your location.

If you are burned remember the 3 C’s :
Cool, Cover, and Carry

Cool the burn with cool tap water
Cover the burn with a sterile dressing
Carry or go seek medical care
immediate!

Shreveport Fire Prevention
505 Travis Street
Suite 510
Shreveport, LA 71101

Phone: 318-673-6740
Fax: 318-673-6744
E-mail: shreveportfire.org

Grilling Safety

· Designate "No Play Zone" around your grilling area, keeping children and pets well away until grill equipment is completely cool.

· Do not wear loose clothing while cooking.

· Only use starter fluid made for barbecue grills when starting a fire in a charcoal grill. Also, beware that adding starter fluid to an already lit fire can flashback up into the container and explode.

· Check grill hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes, and leaks. Make sure there are no sharp bends in the hose or tubing.

· If you smell gas or when you reconnect the grill to the LP gas container, check for gas leaks by following the manufacturer's instructions.. If you detect a leak, immediately turn off the gas and don't attempt to light the grill until the leak is fixed.

· Dispose of hot coals properly – douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that the fire is out.  Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.

· Always follow the manufacturer's instructions that accompany the grill.