According to the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) in 2009-2013, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 162,400 home structure fires that involved cooking equipment per year.
Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. It’s important to be alert to prevent cooking fires. To download and print more safety tips Click Here
The Grossman Burn Center offers the following Kitchen Safety Videos:
Grossman Burn Center Kitchen Safety for Children
Grossman Burn Center Kitchen Related Burn Injuries
Take 30 Seconds: Know How to Prevent Kitchen Fires