We are all aware of the growing need for community housing and nursing home facilities. But what are they? Simply put community housing is secure, affordable, long-term rental housing managed by not-for-profit organisations for people on low incomes or with special needs. And nursing home facilities are small private institutions providing residential accommodation with healthcare, especially focused on elderly people.
So, while the need grows for both of these facilities to be constructed it is important to remember that fire prevention during construction is just as important as considering fire prevention for the building once complete.
One such area that proves to be an ongoing concern and high fire risk is the kitchens installed in these units, with over 50% of house fires starting in the kitchen.
Of course, residents can prevent fires by keeping a clean and safe kitchen by following these simple steps:
- Clean your stovetop after each use. This prevents spilled fats and burnt foods from building up.
- Clean rangehood filters regularly.
- Keep a fire extinguisher and a fire blanket somewhere in your kitchen. Make sure you know how to use them.
However, what if there was something we could install at the time of construction to assist in the prevention of major fires occurring?
StoveGuard is THE cooktop fire prevention device! This device prevents cooking fires by utilising the latest smart stove shut-off technology that will help to keep your loved ones and property safe.
StoveGuard works by:
- Detecting dangerous heat levels on the surface of the cooktop
- Sounds local alarm if the alarm is not heeded
- Unit cuts power to the cooktop, thus preventing a fire
StoveGuard prevents cooking fires via a battery-powered remote sensor that monitors the cooktop temperature. This in turn communicates with the main control unit that switches off electricity to the cooktop before a fire can begin.
Want to order StoveGuard for your next project? Get in touch with our team today.
