In the hustle of a busy kitchen, fire is more than a risk—it’s practically a co-worker. Open flames, hot oil, and electrical appliances create the perfect storm for a blaze to break out. That’s why having a fully compliant kitchen fire suppression system isn’t optional—it’s essential.
Whether you run a corner café or a high-volume restaurant, your fire suppression system is your first line of defense. It's what stands between a small flare-up and a four-alarm catastrophe. And guess what? If it’s not up to code, you could face steep fines, insurance issues, or even a forced shutdown.
It's the hero behind the scenes. This system detects fires and automatically releases a fire-suppressing agent over your cooking surfaces, hoods, and ducts. It also shuts off the gas or electricity to prevent reignition. It’s not just smart—it’s code-mandated.
If your system can’t detect a grease fire and act in seconds, it’s not doing its job.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards—especially NFPA 96—require restaurants and food service establishments to install and maintain commercial kitchen fire suppression systems. Local fire marshals and health inspectors will check for this during routine inspections.
That means:
No tag = bad day.
If you check off any of the following, it’s time for an upgrade:
Outdated equipment isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a liability waiting to happen.
Dust, grease, and even insects can mess with sensors and nozzles. Regular cleaning and servicing ensure your suppression system works exactly when it needs to. Plus, maintenance gives you the documentation and peace of mind needed to pass fire inspections with flying colors.
AAA Fire Protection performs full kitchen fire suppression inspections, tune-ups, and certifications to keep your business cooking safely.
A certified inspection typically includes:
AAA handles all of the above and provides detailed reports you can hand right to your fire marshal.
We recommend scheduling an annual inspection at minimum. However, high-occupancy buildings or industries with stricter regulations may require quarterly or semi-annual inspections to stay compliant.
Yes. Every inspection includes detailed reports, code citations, and corrective recommendations — all formatted for AHJs, insurance providers, and internal audits.
We offer multi-location service coordination, centralized scheduling, and standardized reporting to keep everything organized and consistent across your properties.
Absolutely. If we identify any violations, our team provides clear next steps, correction plans, and priority timelines to get you back in compliance quickly.
Yes. All of our inspectors are certified, trained to current NFPA standards, and stay up to date with local, state, and federal fire codes.
Most inspections take between 1–3 hours depending on the size and complexity of your facility. Larger or multi-building sites may require more time or follow-up.
