SDKECA Shares Safety Tips During Kitchen Fires
The San Diego Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners’ Association (SDKECA) has shared fire safety information for both commercial and residential property owners. In its official website, the SDKECA shared what homeowners and kitchen staff can do in the event of a kitchen fire so that it will not spread into a full blown blaze.
SDKECA President Keith Brady says having adequate information on what to do during a kitchen fire can be crucial when it comes to avoiding a huge fire situation. “Updated safety education is very important. We can ensure that the maintenance of our kitchen equipment like kitchen exhaust and ductwork are up to date, but when the safety information of our kitchen staff is not, then we have a problem,” explains Brady. He adds that it is important that employees know what to do in case of fire emergencies that emanate from the kitchen.
For instance, Medium.com came up with tips on dealing with a grease fire. They discussed this in their post on kitchen fires and how it can be dealt with and prevented.
“Never douse the flame with any liquid, because it’ll vaporize and cause steam explosions in every direction. Never carry the burning pot/pan outside. Hands tend to shake when nervous, which means you’re likely to spill the grease and spread the fire. Do not use anything glass or plastic. Glass will heat up and shatter and plastic will melt. Never use baking powder or flour as substitutes for salt or baking soda. They have a lighter weight and are combustible.”
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Angie’s List also mentioned ways on how to deal with a kitchen fire. In their article they mentioned ingredients and materials that are in the kitchen that can be helpful in putting out a fire like a metal lid, salt, baking soda, and of course fire extinguisher. Kitchen Hood
“When cooking on a stovetop, always keep a lid nearby that fits the pot or pan you’re using, recommends Indianapolis Fire Department Public Information Officer Captain Rita Reith. That way, if the food catches fire, you can cover the pot or pan with the lid to quickly douse the flames. Salt - Highly rated New York City-based Institute of Culinary Education Chef-Instructor Sabrina Sexton suggests trying to extinguish the flames with a handful of salt, which cuts off the oxygen supply and smothers the fire. Baking soda - Like salt, baking soda works to put out grease fires, Sexton says. For example, if grease falls to the bottom of the oven and catches fire, covering it with baking soda should extinguish it.”
The rest of the tips can be found here.
The SDKECA maintains, having an appropriate fire extinguisher within reach while cooking will always be a good fire prevention measure as it will help put out the fire and prevent it from spreading.
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