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According
to the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS), nearly 85% of the
candle fire incidents are started because of consumer misuse.
The ignition factors cited by NFIRS include:
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Combustible too close to heat |
17.7% |
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Unattended |
16.0% |
|
Misuse, not specified |
13.1% |
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Inadequate control of open fire |
9.2% |
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Child playing |
8.5% |
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Abandoned, discarded material |
7.1% |
|
Falling asleep |
4.3% |
By applying
the following safety tips, you can safely enjoy candles:
- Never leave a burning candle
unattended;
- Never place a burning candle
near or on items that can catch fire/melt;
- Keep burning candles out of
the reach of children and pets;
- Keep candles away from drafts
and vents;
- Do not place candles under
shelves;
- Trim wicks to ¼” prior to
each use;
- Leave at least 4” between two
burning candles;
- Don’t move candles while they
are burning;
- Discontinue use of a
container candle before the last ½” of wax begins to melt and taper
candles when they are within 2” of their holder;
- Keep matches, wick trimmings
& other objects out of the candle wax; and
- Do not allow children and
teens to have candles in their bedroom.
If you have
additional questions please contact the South Jordan Fire Department at
254-0948.