Fire prevention
Kitchen Fire Safety
Cooking areas combine heat, grease, electricity and combustible materials. Prevention and quick safe action matter.
Fire prevention
Kitchen Fire Safety
Cooking areas combine heat, grease, electricity and combustible materials. Prevention and quick safe action matter.
Prevention
- Stay with active cooking
- Keep combustibles away from heat sources
- Maintain cooking equipment and ventilation
- Keep suitable extinguishing equipment accessible
- Train staff in commercial kitchens
After a kitchen fire
- Call emergency services when required
- Do not enter an unsafe area
- Do not use contaminated food or surfaces
- Document smoke and soot conditions
- Arrange professional assessment before cleaning extensive residues
Property conditions vary
This guide is general information. Active damage, visible mould, smoke residue, electrical concerns or unsafe conditions require a site-specific assessment.