Check your kitchen fire risk
Select the safer habits that are true for your kitchen. The result highlights gaps to review.
Your kitchen fire risk result
Complete the checklist and press the button to see your result.
Quick answer
Apartment renters can reduce kitchen fire risk by staying near the stove, keeping clutter away from heat, cleaning grease buildup, never using water on a grease fire, keeping smoke alarms active, and leaving immediately if smoke spreads or the fire grows.
What to do if your result is low
- Clear towels, packaging, and paper away from the stove.
- Clean grease buildup before the next cooking session.
- Keep a lid nearby when cooking with oil.
- Do not disable smoke alarms because of cooking smoke.
- Report damaged appliances, unsafe outlets, or repeated breaker trips to your landlord.
- Leave and call emergency services if there is fire, spreading smoke, sparks, or a burning smell.
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Kitchen fire risk FAQ
What is the biggest kitchen fire risk?
Unattended cooking is one of the biggest risks. Stay near the stove, especially when frying or using high heat.
Should I use water on a grease fire?
No. Water can spread burning grease. If the fire is not small and safely contained, leave and call emergency services.
Can I disable a smoke alarm while cooking?
No. Do not disable smoke alarms. Improve ventilation and ask your landlord if nuisance alarms happen constantly.
Is this checklist a fire inspection?
No. It is general renter safety information and does not replace fire department guidance, landlord instructions, or emergency services.