Do not leave a burning candle unattended.

Be sure the candle is one foot away from anything that can burn.

Keep candles away from bedding, curtains and blinds, wallpaper, upholstered furniture, piles of clothing, and newspapers and magazines.

Do not place lit candles in windows or near doorways, where drafts could bring combustibles in contact with the flame.
 

Store matches, lighters, and candles out of reach.

Do not allow children or teens to burn candles in their bedrooms.

Do not allow children to play with candles or dripping wax, or with combustible materials near candles.

Avoid using candles in the event of a power outage for emergency lighting.

If your power goes out rely on flashlights or battery powered lamps.

If you must use a candle do not carry it around your home.

Extinguish all candles when you leave the home or when going to bed or getting drowsy.

Do not use candles around holiday decorations.

Place candles where they can not be bumped or knocked over.

Keep candles away from natural and artificial Christmas trees.

Use candle holders that are sturdy and will not tip over easily, and are made of materials that will not burn and large enough to catch the dripping wax.

When lighting candles be sure to be careful and keep your hair and loose fitting clothing away from the flame.

Keep candle wicks trimmed to one-quarter inch.

Extinguish candles when they burn down to within two inches of their holder.