RFMA 2019

Sessions Speakers Exhibitors Floor Plan

Sounding the Alarm of Fire Risks Inside the Restaurant (Room Austin CC - 5BC)

During 2010-2014, an average of 7,410 structure fires in eating and drinking establishments were reported each year costing $165 million in property damage according to The National Fire Protection Association. The easiest way to prevent fires and downtime for your business is ensuring cleanliness, especially around the kitchen and in the areas we can’t see. While managers are busy juggling front- and back-of-house responsibilities, it can be easy to lose track of the unseen dangers that lurk around every corner and don’t exactly demand attention the same way a displeased customer might. In this session, participants will learn failsafe ways to maintain kitchen cleanliness, specifically in regard to areas prone to grease buildup and fire, a cost breakdown of fire prevention and how to budget for these expenses. Participants will leave with a “Fire Prevention & Maintenance Calendar” packed with helpful tips to maintain a safe and clean back-of-house.