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Task · part of 5. Fire Safety at Home

5(c). Light and extinguish a candle safely, then discuss candle safety

Required Often forgotten

Demonstrate it. Discuss with your counselor, then with your family, how to safely use candles.

Notes and warnings

Note. The discussion is in two parts: first with your counselor, then with your family. The family discussion is the part easy to leave out.

Where this step comes from

  1. Fire Safety Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-05-05), Requirement 5(c) · Asks you to discuss with your counselor, then with your family, how to safely use candles.

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