STANDARD NF EN 15494
This is the European standard for safety against fire risks of candles intended for indoor use. It requires the display of a number of safety standards, indicating the risks associated with candle combustion, the risk of fire, and prventative recommendations.
Never leave a candle unattended
Do not leave the candle burning on or near flammable objects
Keep burning candles out of reach of children and pets
Use a heat-resistant candle holder/base
Do not burn in a draft
Avoid inhaling smoke directly
Cut the wick to x cm (x represents the maximum length of the wick and is defined by the manufacturer)
Keep candles at least x cm apart (x is defined by the manufacturer)
Extinguish the flame. Do not blow it out.
Ventilate the room well after use.
Use a suitable heat-resistant holder for votive-type candles that liquefy as they burn.
Use a suitable bowl filled with water for floating candles