1. Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
Type: At Master Fire Prevention, we recommend installing a UL 300 compliant wet chemical fire suppression system designed specifically for commercial kitchens. These systems are crucial for protecting your cooking equipment and ensuring the safety of your establishment.
Components: Our systems include strategically placed nozzles above cooking appliances, a chemical storage tank, and a manual activation pull station.
Activation: These systems activate automatically via heat sensors or can be manually triggered through pull stations, providing rapid response to kitchen fires.
2. Hood and Duct Systems
Grease Filters: We ensure your kitchen hoods are equipped with baffle-type grease filters to trap grease and prevent it from entering the ductwork.
Cleaning: Regular cleaning of hoods, ducts, and filters is essential. We offer comprehensive cleaning services to prevent grease buildup and reduce fire hazards.
Ventilation: Proper ventilation systems are critical. Our expert installations ensure effective removal of grease vapors, maintaining a safer kitchen environment.
3. Fire Extinguishers
Class K Fire Extinguishers: Master Fire Prevention places Class K extinguishers near your cooking appliances, specially designed to handle fires involving grease, oils, and fats.
Accessibility: We make sure these extinguishers are easily accessible and that your staff is trained to use them effectively.
Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection
1. Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
Monthly Visual Inspection: Our team conducts monthly visual inspections to check for signs of damage, proper alignment of nozzles, and accessibility of the manual pull station.
Semi-Annual Maintenance: Every six months, a certified Master Fire Prevention technician will service your system. This includes inspecting and replacing the wet chemical agent if necessary, checking pressure gauges, testing system functionality, and ensuring proper operation of all nozzles and sensors.
Record Keeping: We maintain detailed records of all inspections, tests, and maintenance activities for your review and compliance with fire department regulations.
2. Hood and Duct Systems
Daily/Weekly Cleaning: Regular cleaning of grease filters is critical. Depending on your operation’s volume, this could be daily or weekly. We provide guidance and services to help you maintain these systems.
Monthly Inspection: Our team conducts monthly inspections of the hood and ductwork for grease accumulation, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
Professional Cleaning: We recommend and offer professional cleaning of the entire hood and duct system at least every three months, or more frequently based on your cooking volume.
Documentation: Master Fire Prevention keeps comprehensive records of all cleaning schedules and procedures to ensure compliance and for safety audits.
3. Fire Extinguishers
Monthly Inspection: Our technicians check that extinguishers are in their designated places, accessible, and have clear labels. We verify that the pressure gauge is in the operable range and that the safety pin is intact.
Annual Maintenance: A thorough inspection and maintenance of all fire extinguishers are conducted annually by our certified technicians. This includes checking the physical condition, pressure levels, and proper function.
Hydrostatic Testing: We perform hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers every five to twelve years, depending on the type, to ensure the cylinder’s safety and reliability.
Compliance with Regulations: Master Fire Prevention ensures that all fire protection systems comply with NYC Fire Code, NFPA standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
Professional Services: Our licensed fire protection professionals handle the installation, maintenance, and inspection of all systems to guarantee compliance and safety.
By focusing on these specific systems and their maintenance, testing, and inspection, Master Fire Prevention ensures a safer environment in your bakery and helps you comply with all fire safety regulations.