Kitchen Fire Safety Basics

1/27/2022 (Permalink)

Home is where the heart is, and they say the kitchen is the heart of the home. This is rightly so, the magic of home-cooked meals and family bonding through cooking together; it doesn’t get much heartier than that. While the kitchen is a great place for family, fun, and food, there are also many hidden dangers lying all around. In fact, the great majority of house fires start in the kitchen. 

Learning the basics of cooking and preparing food safely in the kitchen is a must for the safety of you, your home, and your family. 

Never Leave a Heat Source Unattended

This one is a no-brainer. Leaving the stove or oven unattended for even a second can leave room open for a fire disaster to break out in your home. Be mindful of your attention span when cooking. If you are under the influence or feeling sleepy, it’s probably not a good idea to be operating cooking equipment. 

Be Alert

Always be aware of your surroundings and be prepared to control any fires or stray sparks that may flare-up. Do not let children or pets near the cooking area to prevent any distractions or further hazards. 

Be Tidy

Put any food scraps in the garbage or away from the cooking surface. This will prevent potential fire hazards. Pay attention to grease spills or flammable materials. 

Use a Timer

Your internal clock may be accurate, but don’t leave anything up to chance. Fire’s wait for no man! 

Dress to Cook

Leave the loose, baggy clothing in the closet. Make sure nothing is dangling from your arms that could end up catching a flame. 

And there you have it! A crash course on kitchen safety from your #1 restoration service, SERVPRO.