Work in the mornings or late evenings to avoid the hottest parts of the day, and postpone your work when the weather calls for low humidity or high wind.
Keep a water hose or bucket, or fire extinguisher on hand.
Use a nylon or plastic weed whacker line instead of metal.
Be careful not to put a hot tool down on dry grass or leaves.
Allow power engines to cool before refueling, and ensure the hot exhaust is kept away from dry grasses, weeds, and shrubs – only use such equipment that’s in good repair and has installed spark arresters when applicable.
Stay home for an hour after finishing your work – this way, you will be around to notice if anything begins to smolder and smoke.
If conditions suit outdoor burning, keep your debris piles small and have a hose ready should your fire escape.
Before lighting fire, please check for any local burn restrictions.