Kitchen Emergency Procedures

Issue	Hazard	Possible solutions	Check it
Burning fat	Overheated cooking oil (eg. in a deep frier) may catch fire on stovetop.	Provide fire blanket and extinguisher in a prominent position adjacent to stovetop. Display simple brief instructions in how to use fire blanket to smother flames from burning fat or oil. Display the telephone number to call for assistance and to alert emergency services should they be required.
Electrical fire	Short circuit in electrical equipment or appliance.	Ensure that fire extinguisher in the kitchen area is safe for use on electrical fires. Check that extinguisher is included on list for regular testing, and has been tested recently.
Leaking gas	Leaking gas may explode or fumes overcome employees in proximity of leak.	Check that services staff have an established procedure for dealing with a gas leakage and can quickly shut off gas supply at meter or from valve outside building.
Emergency exits	Signs not in place or not lit as required.	Check that kitchen area has clear path to emergency exits by more than one route. Check that emergency sign lighting is regularly tested and is fully operation

Further Information

Other Guidance Material
ASCC Index of National Standards, Codes of Practice and related Guidance Notes

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