Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems
Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Service
Due to the high heat and presence of oils and grease, commercial kitchens are accompanied by all sorts of fire risks. Water simply isn’t effective against oil and grease fires; in fact, it can make matters worse. That’s why it’s important to have a reliable kitchen fire suppression system to handle fires quickly and efficiently. Semi-annual inspection of your Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression system is required by law to make sure that workers and the general public is safe. We can help make sure that your system is always in compliance with all local and county laws.
Kitchen fire suppression systems generally consist of a few key components: a hood that sits above the stovetop or cooking area, nozzles that discharge wet chemical fire suppressants, and gas valves that shut off automatically in the event of a fire, removing heat from the equation.
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Kitchen Hood Installation & Servicing
When it comes to installation, testing, and maintenance, the NFPA has specific guidelines for kitchen fire suppression systems. That’s why your fire protection needs should be handled by professionals. KORD Fire Protection’s decades of experience ensure all of your kitchen fire suppression system equipment is in full accordance with NFPA 17A regulations as well as UL-300.
Kitchen Fire Suppression System Repairs
We understand the need for urgent response and effective fire protection, especially in the kitchen. That’s why our experienced team is equipped to handle issues and perform repairs with minimal disruption to your operation. Get your system back up and running and ensure ongoing fire safety with our team of highly trained technicians.
Kitchen Fire Suppression System Services
Our experienced team offers comprehensive services, from installation to maintenance and emergency support. We ensure your kitchen fire suppression system is always ready to provide effective and efficient fire protection and meet all regulatory standards.
Minimally a Kitchen Hood Systems Inspection & Certification will Include
- System cylinder meets NFPA codes
- Check proper placement for proper coverage of cooking appliances
- The hazard protected has not changed from the last inspection.
- Gas valve automatic shut-off function check
- Inspection of system actuation mechanisms
- Verification of discharge nozzle
- Check proper placement for proper coverage of cooking appliances
- Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression.
Kitchen Hood Cleaning Schedule
Without a clean kitchen hood, your kitchen fire suppression system may be unable to extinguish a fire properly. If not regularly cleaned, oils and grease can build up, causing all sorts of hazards, including the inability to suppress a fire.
To ensure oil and grease are not collecting in your kitchen hood, make sure to employ a regular cleaning schedule that, at minimum, looks like this:
- Monthly: 24-hour restaurants, fast-food establishments, and kitchens with charcoal stoves
- Quarterly: Average to high-volume kitchens
- Sem-Annually: Sitdown restaurants with average volume
- Annually: Low-volume kitchens
Of course, these are guidelines rather than hard-and-fast rules, so make sure to visually inspect your kitchen hood regularly for signs of oil and grease buildup. It should be noted that this is not a replacement for regular inspections, which should be conducted every six months by qualified personnel as per NFPA 17A.
What is a clean agent fire suppression system?
Clean agent fire suppression systems are chemical extinguishing systems that use gasses rather than water. In the event of a fire, these gasses flood an enclosure to suppress the flames. Clean agent fire suppression systems work by either lowering the temperature or displacing oxygen. Both methods are effective in fighting Class A, B, and C fires.
Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems FAQs
What is a kitchen hood fire suppression system?
Its a collection of components that work together to extinguish fires in the kitchen. Kitchen suppression systems are made of a hood that sits above the stove top or cooking area, nozzles that discharge wet chemical fire suppressants. Gas valves that shut off automatically in the event of a fire.
How does a kitchen fire suppression system work?
Kitchen fire suppression systems work on multiple fronts to extinguish flames. First, when a fire is detected, the gas is automatically shut off, reducing heat. Additionally, nozzles containing wet chemical suppressants discharge to suffocate the fire.
What is a UL-300 Fire Suppression system?
These UL-300 fire suppression systems are a widely recognized fire testing standard from Underwriters Laboratories that requires appliances to meet minimum requirements. Appliances that meet the stated standards will showcase UL labels.
How often should kitchen fire suppression systems be tested?
Every 6 months is how often kitchen fire suppression systems should be tested. In accordance with NFPA 17A, you wanna keep this at a consistent rate so these systems work effectively at times of dire need. Qualified personnel will keep them in shape.
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Ensuring your kitchen hood fire suppression system is properly certified is crucial for maintaining the safety of your kitchen and everyone inside. Proper certification helps reduce the risk of your fire suppression system failing during an emergency.
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