The clothing can catch on fire and the jewelry can catch on pot handles, causing spills and burns. Cook on the back burners when possible and turn pot handles in so they don t extend over the edge of the stove. Never leave cooking unattended. If you must leave the kitchen while cooking, turn off the stove or have someone else watch what is being cooked. Keep Thanksgiving decorations and kitchen clutter away from sources of direct heat.
Candles are often part of holiday decorations.
Candles should never be left burning when you are away from home, or after going to bed. Candles should be located where children will not be tempted to play with them, and where guests will not accidentally brush against them. The candle holder should be completely noncombustible and difficult to knock over. The candle should not have combustible decorations around it. If smoking is allowed inside, provide guests with large, deep ashtrays and check them frequently.