One of the most common causes of fire damage in commercial kitchens is not paying attention to the food cooking. It's important to never leave the kitchen unattended while you are cooking and to always remember to turn off the stove and clear the are a if you need to leave the room.  

It's also important to make sure that all kitchen equipment is cleaned on a regular basis. When dirt, grease, and other elements build up on the kitchen equipment and appliances it can contribute to fire damage in commercial kitchens. Not only should you keep your equipment clean, but also have any bigger equipment checked out and serviced by a professional at least biannually.  

Part of practicing fire safety in a commercial kitchen is maintaining a safe environment. Making your cooking environment safe includes always keeping all flammable objects or materials away from the stove . Make sure your team is practicing best practices for fire safety and that your safety equipment such as smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are all serviced and working properly.  

T here are only so many precautions you can take to prevent fire damage all together. Unfortunately, accidents can still happen. Even with the best fire safety practices, equipment, and well-trained staff, fires can still happen . It’s important to keep your team trained on knowing what to do in case of a fire, where the safety is located , and to practice drills regularly.