Ferrocerium and magnesium fire starters are amongst the safest fire starters you can use. Until you hit the striker against the rods, a flame is not possible. Matches can be hazardous and if you’re not careful, you can burn your fingers. Regular lighters can leak and explode burning anything they come into contact with. Stick to the ones you need to strike and you shouldn’t have any problems. However, if you are lighting a fire on a hot summer’s day, keep an eye on where the sparks are flying because one stray spark can ignite an entire forest.\r