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Even while having fire prevention measures in your restaurant is crucial, there is no way to prevent a fire from starting. Because of this, every business—especially those with kitchens—should always have the appropriate fire extinguisher on hand. What is therefore necessary to know about fire extinguishers? To learn more, keep reading and then contact Flue Steam at 800-700-FLUE.

To put out different fires, there are many different extinguishers

Different fire extinguishers are designed to fight particular sorts of fires, which are classed differently based on what is burning. For instance, solid items like wood, linen, paper, and plastic are used to fuel Class A fires. A campfire is technically a Class A fire.

These kinds of fires can happen in establishments with wood-burning stoves. combustible substances like gasoline, tar, petroleum grease, and lacquers are common in class B fires. Class C fires are those that include electrical circuits, whereas Class D fires are those that involve flammable metals like magnesium or potassium. It’s crucial to understand which fires could endanger your restaurant and to have the appropriate extinguisher on hand.

Class K fire extinguisher required

One of the most frequent forms of fires in kitchens and restaurants, a Class K fire involved cooking oils or fats. Therefore, every restaurant must have a Class K fire extinguisher, which is composed of a mixture of potassium acetate and potassium citrate. Hot oil spilling is one of the biggest risks in a kitchen fire, but a Class K fire extinguisher sprays a mist to gradually put out the fire. In order to prevent a fire from re-igniting, the extinguisher’s chemicals also form a barrier between the heated oil and oxygen.

Employees should receive fire extinguisher training

A Class K fire extinguisher alone is insufficient. Everyone employed by the restaurant, from the general manager to the newest waitress, should receive instruction on how to use the fire extinguisher. Sending your team, especially your kitchen staff, to these events could one day save your business and possibly cut your insurance costs. Local fire departments frequently organize training sessions.

Fire extinguishers aren’t permanent

The majority of people are aware that fire extinguishers have a shelf life and must be serviced within a specific time period, especially restaurant owners and managers. There are some situations that call for rapid care, therefore it’s crucial to know when your fire extinguisher is scheduled to expire.

First and foremost, it needs to be maintained if it has been used to make sure there is still enough pressure and chemical capacity. You can have an issue if the handle is shaky or if the nozzle or hose appear worn. Don’t wait for an inspector to notice if the locking pin is broken or missing, or if the inspection sticker or tag is misplaced or inaccurate; get it fixed right away.

Total Southern California fire extinguisher service

Get more information about our fire safety services, such as extinguisher replacement and maintenance, by getting in touch with Flue Steam at 800-700-FLUE today. Give us a call right away so that we can help you find the ideal item for your restaurant.

Have you ever seen an exhaust duct that was spotless? Maybe your exhaust duct looked like this when your commercial kitchen first opened, but odds are grease buildup has covered every surface inside your kitchen exhaust system. Simply call Flue Steam for a professional kitchen exhaust system steam cleaning to restore your exhaust ducts to a clean, like-new state. Call us at 800-700-FLUE for help today.

We clean places that you can’t see

Some contractors try to get away with only cleaning your ducts on the surface. This means they’ll concentrate most of their efforts on your exhaust hood and the first few feet of ducting, as this is where you can see if they’re doing their job.

When you engage Flue Steam, on the other hand, you can expect a complete cleaning of your entire system. This is due to the fact that we employ high-quality steam cleaning equipment to effectively reach every nook and cranny of your ductwork and remove all of the oily residue. Depending on the types of things you prepare in your kitchen and how rapidly oil builds up, we recommend getting a steam cleaning every 3 to 6 months.

Inspectors and Insurance Agents are satisfied with our work

Flue Steam, as a qualified exhaust system cleaning contractor, can assist you in meeting all of your fire safety code requirements. We may supply handy “Certificate of Performance” stickers with the date of service on them, so you’ll have confirmation that you’ve completed your exhaust system cleaning duties after each work. Our stickers will make both code inspectors and insurance agents happy because they suggest that your kitchen is cleaner and safer.

Added value services

Apart from the fact that we offer spotless ducts, working with Flue Steam is a pleasure because we are actual experts in all aspects of kitchen air control and fire suppression. We will evaluate your exhaust fan for wear and tear during your cleaning session and offer to perform any required repairs.

Flash fires in commercial kitchens are much too common. They begin for a number of causes. When a flash fire breaks out, it can cause major disruption to your organization. It could result in a call to the fire brigade, as well as damage to your equipment.

A grease fire is the most prevalent sort of industrial kitchen fire. Grease fires are difficult to put out with ordinary water sprinklers, but your fire suppression system is a crucial tool for putting out a grease fire. When engaged, your fire suppression system joins the range hood and the gas line, cutting off the fire’s fuel source.

A fire suppression system also includes nozzles that spray a fire suppressant through the range hood’s ventilation system. In the case of a fire in your commercial kitchen, these two ways successfully contain flash fires, ensuring that your equipment is not harmed and your personnel are safe. Read on to learn more and then contact Flue Steam at 800-700-FLUE if you need help finding the best fire suppression system and portable fire extinguishers.

Are you certain your fire suppression system is in great working order?

An effective fire suppression system is critical for keeping your commercial kitchen safe and preventing injuries to your kitchen crew. So, are you certain yours is correctly set up and configured? Call the commercial kitchen safety specialists at Flue Steam now to find out. We’ll gladly inspect your current fire suppression system and, if necessary, sell you an upgraded system that you can rely on every day.

We also offer professional fire suppression installation services, so you can be confident that yours is correctly installed. You won’t have to worry as much about flash fires affecting your business if you have an updated fire suppression system that’s correctly configured. In an ideal world, you’ll never need to utilize your fire suppression system, but being prepared is always a good idea. In fact, being prepared is required by law. Fire suppression systems in commercial kitchens are required by regulations to be in good working order.

Flue Steam can assist you in ensuring that your system meets all applicable codes in Southern California, including the UL 300 standard. You may rely on our licensed experts to perform all required inspections and maintenance every six months as required by law.

Experts in commercial kitchen safety

Our objective at Flue Steam is to keep your commercial kitchen safe and efficient 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We also offer the following services for commercial kitchens in addition to fire suppression systems:

• Cleaning of the entire kitchen exhaust system (including hand scraping and steam cleaning of fans, hoods, and ducts)
• Service for changing grease filters
• Upkeep of the swamp cooler
• Upkeep of the exhaust fan
• Sales and service of portable fire extinguishers

For more than 51 years, Flue Steam has served industrial kitchens in Southern California, and we look forward to making your kitchen safer and more efficient. Call 800-700-FLUE to begin your collaboration with Flue Steam.

If you manage a commercial kitchen, you must be knowledgeable of and up to date on a variety of codes. You could face significant fines if an inspector turns up unexpectedly and discovers a dirty chimney or similar code-breaking issue. This has the potential to completely destroy not only your reputation in the community, but also your financial line. You’ll have to close for a particular amount of time, losing valuable revenue each day, and you’ll have to pay a hefty fine to reopen.

Don’t take any chances! In your commercial kitchen, be sure you follow each code to the letter every day. You’ll be glad you did since you won’t have to deal with the stress of dealing with violation consequences.

But how are you going to remain on top of every code and ensure that your commercial kitchen is always compliant? You already have enough on your plate on a daily basis; adding more to your To Do list is simply not an option. You already don’t have enough hours in your day!

Flue Steam can help with it. Start working with Flue Steam today, and you’ll never have to worry about key violations in your commercial kitchen again. We provide a wide range of services to help you succeed as a kitchen manager. Keep reading to learn more and then contact us at 800-700-FLUE for help.

We offer many services

The list of services we offer is long and includes:

• Cleaning the kitchen exhaust system (including hand scraping and steam cleaning)
• Hoods, fans, and ducts
• Service for changing grease filters
• Upkeep of swamp coolers
• Maintenance of exhaust fans
• Service for automatic fire suppression systems
• Sales and service of portable fire extinguishers
• Cleaning of the entire kitchen exhaust system

Every day in your commercial kitchen will be significantly cleaner and safer when you work with Flue Steam. We’ll keep your exhaust system clean and compliant so you may focus on more important tasks. Let us take this time-consuming, unpleasant – but necessary – duty off your hands for good. After each job, we give “Certificates of Performance” stickers as confirmation that you’ve met your NFPA code duties. Working with Flue Steam could potentially save you money on your insurance premiums!

We’ll inspect your exhaust fan for free when we clean your kitchen exhaust system. We’ll inspect the fan, belts, and lubricate the bearings of your fan. If your belts are worn out and you have a replacement on hand, we’ll gladly install it for you for free. It’s just another way of showing that we care about your exhaust system working properly and staying cleaner for longer.

Service for changing grease filters

Grease filters that are kept clean catch 70-80% of the grease that goes through them. If it becomes too full, it will be unable to work correctly, resulting in a dangerous buildup of grease directly over your cooking appliances. Enlist the help of Flue Steam to replace your grease filters on a regular basis so that you and your employees always have clean, functional grease filters.

Call 800-700-FLUE to start your collaboration with Flue Steam now. Why don’t you join the many local commercial kitchen managers who have found the immense benefits of collaborating with Flue Steam?

If you’ve been running a restaurant for more than a month, you’re well aware that cleaning grease filters is a major pain. With so much on your mind, it might be difficult to remember to clean grease filters on a regular basis. However, it is an important responsibility that must not be overlooked.

Regardless of government rules, filthy grease filters can pose a significant fire risk. Filters that are clean can catch up to 80% of the grease that goes through them, but grease-saturated filters are ineffective. Your complete kitchen system will be inefficient, and a dangerous accumulation of grease will form directly over our cooking appliances. Your entire kitchen might catch fire with just one spark. Keep reading to learn how Flue Steam can help and then call us at 800-700-FLUE for help.

Don’t take any chances

Allow your employees to concentrate on what they do best: creating delicious meals for your customers to enjoy every day. Allow Flue Steam to clean your grease filters for you. Knowing that your grease filters are taken care of without you having to worry about them all of the time will give you incredible peace of mind.

How does a grease filter service operate?

To schedule grease filter cleaning and replacement, call Flue Steam at 800-700-FLUE. We’ll talk about your grease filter requirements and draw up a maintenance program for you. A skilled grease filter expert will then deliver sparkling clean filters to your kitchen at the appropriate intervals, just when you need them.

Recommendations

Grease filters in most restaurants acquire a lot of grease, therefore changing them every two weeks is suggested. Filters can be changed every four weeks if your restaurant staff does not use much fat or oil. We can talk to you about your cooking habits and make specific recommendations for maintaining your grease filters.

We bring new filters

Not only can we clean grease filters, but we can also provide replacement filters if necessary. We stock grease filters from Kason and Flame Guard in a variety of sizes. Furthermore, we buy grease filters in bulk, saving you money every time you need one. At regular intervals, our technicians will inspect your current grease filters and let you know if they need to be updated.

We are here to help you

You’ll never have to worry about maintaining your grease filters again with Flue Steam! When you contact Flue Steam today, you may cross one item off your To Do list. We’ve been providing outstanding grease filter service to Southern California restaurants for over 40 years, so you can count on us every time. This service has shown to be extremely beneficial to restaurants across the state, as it dramatically minimizes the risk of exhaust system fires.

Please contact us immediately. You’re in good hands with Flue Steam. To schedule an appointment or receive emergency service, call 800-700-FLUE or email contact@fluesteam.com today.