[SOURCE: SCDF, Singapore]
As per SCDF, Singapore, The number of Kitchen Exhaust Duct (KED) fires involving coffee shops has been increasing and were mostly found spreading rapidly because of the accumulated grease within ducts that have not been degreased and cleaned timely. These fires could have been avoided if the exhaust ducts (including the interior), kitchen hoods, hood filters and grease drain containers are checked and cleaned regularly.
The coffee shop KED fires have disrupted business operations and pose fire safety risk to stall holders, patrons and residents staying above the premises. We would like to remind that the exhaust ducts (including the interior) and kitchen hoods of your premises must be cleaned and maintained at least once in every 12 months. The work shall be carried out by a specialist and the records of cleaning and degreasing are to be kept by the owner / operator for verification by relevant authority e.g. during the NEA’s yearly licensing inspection or check, it will verify for compliance. Failure to adhere to this fire safety requirement will constitute an offence under the Fire Safety Act.
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