What is BS EN 16282-7 about?
BS EN 16282-7 discusses about Equipment as Components for ventilation in commercial kitchens. BS EN 16282-7 is part 7 of installation and use of fixed fire suppression systems of multi series standard.
BS EN 16282-7 is applicable to ventilation systems in commercial kitchens, associated areas and other installations processing foodstuffs intended for commercial use. Kitchens and associated areas are special rooms in which meals are prepared, where tableware and equipment are washed, cleaned, food is stored and food waste areas.
BS EN 16282-7 covers the calculation of the air volume and the design and testing of major components for ventilation equipment and systems for commercial kitchens.
Note 1: The possible existence of additional or alternative local national regulations on installation, appliance requirements and inspection, maintenance, and operation.
Note 2: BS EN 16282-7 is applicable to fire suppression systems except those used in domestic kitchens or industrial food processing facilities.
Who is BS EN 16282-7 for?
BS EN 16282-7 on fixed fire suppression systems is applicable to:
- Installers and service providers of fire suppression systems
- Safety department of the kitchen
- Users of fixed fire suppression
Why should you use BS EN 16282-7?
Fire suppression system are fixed to ceilings and hoods used to distribute and extract air from the kitchen areas.
The design and installation of fire suppression systems shall be coordinated appropriately to ensure that neither air ventilation nor the kitchen operations are disturbed or affected.
BS EN 16282-7 specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the design, installation, testing, maintenance, and safety of kitchen fire suppression systems in buildings. This will ensure that cleaning and access for service and maintenance of the ventilation systems as well as personal risk will be taken into consideration during the project’s design phase.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN 16282-7:2017+A1:2021 supersedes EN 16282‑7:2017, which is withdrawn.
