Does an electrical fryer need fire sprinkler nozzle in the kitchen of resturant ?

Question

for fire safe code in the new jersey

Answer 1

To comply with NJ code, you are going to need several things if you are going to have an electric fryer in a commercial kitchen.

For starters, the unit will have to be under an appropriately rated commercial cooking hood with an exhaust system and something to provide make-up air.

For suppression, you are going to want a Wet Chemical Fire Supression System that uses a potassium based liquid agent for suppression. This system should also comply with UL standard 300 and cover the hood's plenum, ductwork, and ANY appliance capable of producing a grease laden vapor, including your fryer. The system will also be conntected to all fuel sources, both gas, if present, and electrical and shut those items down automatically in the event of a fire.

You will want a Class "K" hand portable fire extinguisher within 30 feet of the cooking area to supplement the fixed suppression system.

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Answer 2

Yes all restaurant cooking surfaces need to have a fire sprinkler for fire safety codes

Answer 3

You would want a fire sprinkler nozzle as far away
from an electrical and/or grease fire as possible.

Answer 4

I don't know the code in New Jersey, but all restaurants should carry a fire extinguisher

Answer 5

For electrical, I'd suggest a CO2 foam spray...