Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems Inspections 

In order to ensure that your commercial kitchen fire suppression system operates properly when needed, federal certification as well as state licensure require facilities to properly inspect, test and maintain the exhaust hoods, filters and fire-extinguishing equipment making up their commercial kitchen fire suppression systems relied upon to protect their commercial kitchen cooking equipment. Applicable standards NFPA 101(12), Sec. 9.2.3 requires that commercial cooking equipment be in accordance with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. NFPA 96, in turn, references four other NFPA standards applicable to automatic fire-extinguishing systems installed to protect kitchen […]

How To Ensure Your Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression System Will Work When Needed

If you operate a commercial kitchen, you know how important your fire suppression system is to protect your kitchen and the people that work in it in the event of a fire. Regular inspection and maintenance are critical to keeping your fire suppression system in good working order. At Jasperwood Fire Equipment, we understand the importance of having a reliable commercial kitchen fire suppression system.  We realize your livelihood depends on your installed commercial kitchen fire suppression system responding when needed and doing so in such a manner that damage is minimized.  Our goal at Jasperwood Fire Equipment Company is […]

What Is Required To Properly Perform Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression System Inspections

Inspecting restaurant and commercial kitchen hood fire suppression systems for proper function requires more than just a visual overview or a system test. Proper maintenance from a factory authorized, trained service technician is essential for compliance and warranty. Restaurant and commercial kitchens require their own set of safety considerations.  These facilities are a common place for open flames, high heat and potential fires. Restaurant and commercial kitchen hood fire suppression systems require a semi-annual inspection to ensure top performance and safety for employees and customers alike. Restaurant and commercial kitchens’ responsibilities By observing some fundamental safety rules, the risk of […]

Ensure Your Restaurant Is Protected From A Devastating Fire By Performing Required Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression System Inspections

Do you own or manage a restaurant? The commercial kitchens in these establishments require the right fire suppression system in order to ensure the safety of the staff and patrons AND to remain code compliant. If your commercial kitchen fire suppression system is not kept in proper working condition, the results could be devastating.  The number one way to ensure your commercial kitchen fire suppression system continues to operate as designed and stays up to code is to have fire suppression system professionals schedule and perform regular system inspections. An average of 7410 restaurant fires were reported in the U.S. […]