For a chef in a restaurant kitchen, things can sometimes seem like a blur. With so much going on, accidents can sometimes happen due to human error or a malfunction in equipment. However, sometimes these situations can result in a fire. Not being prepared to handle these situations in your restaurant can be damaging – or even deadly.
Luckily there’s equipment built for restaurants that can help protect your kitchen from fire damage. Adequate restaurant hoods are required by DHEC and other states’ agencies. Here’s a quick refresher on what restaurant hoods are and why they are so important.
- What do they do? – Restaurant hoods (also known as grease hoods) ventilate steam, smoke, exhaust, and other particles in the air to ensure safety in the kitchen.
- Where you will find them in the kitchen? – Hoods are commonly located over fryers, griddles, and charbroilers. That’s because these areas are where a fire may most likely occur and spread rapidly.
- Should you have multiple hoods? – It’s never a bad idea to have too many restaurant hoods, especially if you have a large kitchen. Fire is not something to take lightly, especially in a restaurant. If you’re unsure about whether you need another hood in your kitchen, AllFire Services can help you. We have over 20 years of experience in these matters and can help steer you in the right direction.
Following fire safety standards is vital to saving the lives of your staff and customers in the case of a fire. Of course, having preventive equipment can make all the difference, too. If you have questions or concerns about your fire safety systems contact AllFire Services today so that we can help you before a situation arises! Call our Rock Hill, SC office for fast service throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.