Guest EmilyWill Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 We are looking to move into an open plan office which has a breakout room without a door. The opening will be over a meter wide and floor to ceiling in height. One colleague is worried that we would not be allowed a microwave or kettle without a door, however I believe that as long as kept any fuel such as loose papers or refuse away from the surface we could have these things. I was also planning on having a CO2 fire extinguisher to reduce the chances of a fire getting far. So long as we regularly inspected the wiring for the appliances, we should be okay. Can you confirm that I am correct in identifying this as a potential hazard, but that with the precautions mentioned we would be okay to have a kettle and microwave in our breakout area? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couvre-Feu Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 Emily this is a hazard but one with very little potential for harm; I agree with your risk reduction measures but don't believe you need to supply a CO2 extinguisher. With respect to a door this would normally be expected on a commercial kitchen but what you are describing is a staff tea room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Sutton Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Emily also consider the layout of the office and if there was a fire in the tea room would this jeopardize the means of escape, would you be able to turn your back on the fire and escape safely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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