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IMPORTANT SAFETY AND CARE INFORMATION
CAMP SAFE - SAFETY HABITS
Fabrics used in the construction of
OZtrail tents/shelter are treated for fire
retardant properties. This treatment
reduces the rate at which the fabric will
burn. The fire retardant fabric will still
burn if it comes into direct contact with a
flame or extreme heat.
The application of any foreign substance
to the fabric such as some water
proofing treatments or insect sprays
may render the fire retardant treatment
process ineffective.
The following pages cover several safety
tips that will help you avoid some of the
common hazards encountered on a
camping trip.
TO PREVENT INJURY CAUSED BY
FIRE
• Do not pitch the tent/shelter near a
camp fire or any other flame source
• Do not use candles, matches or any
other flame source in or near the tent
(this includes stoves, cooking
equipment, lighting and heating
appliances)
• Only use recommended water
repellent compounds on the
tent/shelter fly
• Do not spray tent fabrics with
insecticides
TO PREVENT INJURY CAUSED BY
ELECTRICITY
• Always exercise care when using
electricity and electric lighting in and
near tents/shelters. Only use 12 volt
lighting.
• Gas, fumes or lack of oxygen within the
tent/shelter could result in
unconsciousness, brain damage and
even death.
• Always ensure your tent/shelter is well
ventilated. Even on the coldest night do
not close every vent, window and door.
A well ventilated tent not only maintains
healthy Oxygen levels but also reduces
condensation build up inside the tent.
• Do not use fuel burning, oxygen
consuming devices inside the tent. This
includes candles, gas lanterns, kerosene
lamps, stoves, cooking and heating
appliances.
• Do not use gas appliances of any kind
inside the tent/shelter.
Please read before setting up your tent/shelter
TO PREVENT INJURY CAUSED BY GAS
POISONING OR SUFFOCATION
