Because we use it so often, people sometimes forget the fact that gasoline, when used incorrectly or carelessly, can become deadly. Many devastating injuries are caused by the misuse of gasoline. Residents of our Village have been burned by using gasoline to clean their garage floors, improper filling of their lawn mowers and improper storage of gasoline. However, by following some simple safety lessons, and using common sense, you can use gasoline safely. First, never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent.
Gasoline gives off vapors.
These vapors can be ignited by any source of flame, such as the furnace, stove, spark plugs, etc. Also, gasoline soaked rags can ignite spontaneously hours after use. Secondly, never allow children to fill your car, or lawn mower with gasoline. Educate your children about the dangers of gasoline. And lastly, always store gasoline in appropriate containers, in a shed or in the corner of the garage furthest away from your house.