Safety Tips for Deep Frying your Turkey

Thanksgiving is now right around the corner and you are probably starting to plan your menu. If you are like thousands of Americans, you will most likely be serving turkey on November 24th. Of course, there are different ways to prepare your turkey, but the most popular method these days seems to be deep frying.

Fried turkeys are delicious but they come with a variety of safety issues. Turkey fryers can cause serious injuries and fires if not handled properly. Thousands of injuries and even death has occurred due to turkey fryers. Before you think of frying you’re bird this holiday, please remember these safety tips.

SAFETY TIPS

When your turkey is done, carefully remove the pot from the burner. Put the pot on a flat surface and cover it. Then you are safely able to enjoy your feast! Please always be prepared by having a fire extinguisher close by incase your oil ignites.

Follow these safety tips to have a safe, successful deep frying experience. ServiceMaster Restoration offers professional fire mitigation services should you need any assistance over your holiday. We want to wish you and your family a safe, happy holiday!