Tourist season

Tourist season brings about specific considerations, such as restaurants, accommodations, and various other establishments, operating at maximum capacity, stocking supplies, and producing large quantities of goods. It’s essential to be vigilant from the outset of the fire potential, with increased attention, caution, and prioritization of safety measures.

This article provides information on increasing fire risks in tourism and offers guidelines for protecting the inventory, and commercial property and ensuring safety.

Fire Risks

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that nearly 8,000 restaurants are involved in incidents related to fire safety annually. Risks of fire in tourism can arise from various factors, such as neglected kitchen equipment or accumulated flammable materials in commercial property. With these heightened fire risks, it’s crucial to be physically present and vigilant about fire risks as they manifest.

Best Practices for Fire Safety in Tourism

Protecting your restaurant or other commercial properties’ fire safety can help mitigate fire risks from the outset. Some steps you can take in your establishment to reduce the risk of fire incidents include:

• Proper storage of combustible materials in secure locations

• Regular maintenance of exit routes and their accessibility at all times

• Implementation of safe practices for commercial property strategies

Fire suppression systems for tourism fire safety:

• Sprinkler systems (F & K classes)

• Fire-resistant insulation (Plyde)

• Kitchen hood suppression system

• Smoke detector