Easter Safety Tips

Easter is a time for family, food and fun; at Ezra Safety Group, we are big fans. We proudly admit to being chocoholics, enthusiastic hot cross bun lovers, and firm supporters of the Preston tradition of rolling eggs down the hills at Avenham Park. If there’s chocolate involved, we’re all ears… and eggs.

With all that excitement, Easter can also bring busier kitchens, more cooking and a few extra fire risks. A little extra awareness can help ensure the only thing getting toasted this Easter is your hot cross bun, not the kitchen.

Hot cross buns and Easter cooking

Hot cross buns are an Easter favourite, but they do need a bit of extra care.

Heavily fruited buns are best toasted under the grill rather than in a toaster. Sugar and dried fruit can fall into toasters, increasing the risk of overheating or fire. Always keep grills and ovens under supervision, especially during busy family mornings or when multiple dishes are being prepared at once.

Other simple kitchen reminders include keeping tea towels, packaging, and decorations away from heat sources and never leaving cooking unattended, even for a short time.

Cooking with children this Easter

Easter baking and cooking is a lovely way to spend time together, especially during the school holidays. Getting children involved can be great fun, but busy kitchens need a little extra planning.

Simple tips for cooking safely with children include:

  • Keeping children well away from hot ovens, grills, and hobs

  • Turning saucepan handles inwards to prevent them being knocked or pulled

  • Supervising closely when using electrical appliances such as mixers or kettles

  • Giving children age appropriate tasks, such as mixing, weighing, or decorating

  • Keeping trailing leads, tea towels, and packaging well away from heat sources

Cooking together should be egg-citing for the right reasons, creating happy memories rather than hazards.

Candles, decorations and Easter displays

Candles and decorations can add to the Easter atmosphere, but they should always be used with care. Keep candles away from flammable materials, never leave them unattended, and consider safer alternatives such as LED candles, especially where children are present.

Matches and lighters should always be stored safely out of reach of children, and decorations should never be placed near heat sources.

A cracking Easter reminder

Easter is about enjoying time together, sharing food, and taking part in local traditions. With a few simple fire safety checks, you can focus on the fun and keep celebrations running smoothly.

From all of us at Ezra Safety Group, we hope you have an egg-stra special Easter filled with chocolate, laughter, and safe, happy memories.

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