A fire can devastate your business, leading to lost revenues and even permanent closure. But there are steps you can take to prevent fires and minimize the damage.
There are approximately 8,160 structure fires at eating and drinking establishments each year. More than 50% of these fires were caused by cooking equipment.
Understanding the proper application for a Class K entinguisher
Implementing these behaviors ensures a safer and more sanitary restaurant environment.
Review Markel Specialty's restaurant safety checklist.
Common fire protection systems in restaurants with recommended maintenance schedules.
Effective handwashing prevents the spread of harmful bacteria and only requires a few simple steps.
Never shrug off a near miss because that is the opportunity for corrective action before a serious injury occurs.
Only through properly training employees and following OSHA’s fire safety standards can a restaurant owner protect employees and customers from danger.
Some of the things an inspector will scrutinize when examining your restaurant.