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Child burned during 'flaming food' display

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

(Updated 2:43 pm)

Staff Reports

GREENSBORO — A 3-year-old child suffered second-degree burns Monday during a flaming food presentation at a local restaurant.

The Greensboro Fire Department did not identify the child, whose injuries are not considered life-threatening.

The incident happened at Kabuto Japanese Steakhouse at 1617 Stanley Road. According to the fire department, a cook used too much oil to light a volcano made of food. The oil spilled, burning the child.

The fire department did not immediately fine or cite the restaurant. Its investigation is continuing.

The state fire code permits restaurants to serve flaming food, but it prohibits high flames and the carrying of burning food.

Anyone who thinks a presentation was carried out carelessly or recklessly can call the Greensboro Fire Prevention Bureau at 373-2177.

FIRE CODE

308.6 Flaming food and beverage preparation.

The preparation of flaming foods or beverages in places of assembly and
drinking or dining establishments shall be in accordance with Section 308.6.

308.6.1 Dispensing.
Flammable or combustible liquids used in the preparation of flaming foods or beverages shall be dispensed from one of the following:
1. A 1-ounce (29.6 ml) container; or
2. A container not exceeding 1-quart (946.5 ml) capacity with a controlled pouring device that will limit the flow to a 1-ounce (29.6 ml) serving.

308.6.2 Containers not in use.
Containers shall be secured to prevent spillage when not in use.

308.6.3 Serving of flaming food.
The serving of flaming foods or beverages shall be done in a safe manner and shall not create high flames. The pouring, ladling or spooning of liquids is restricted to a maximum height of 8 inches (203 mm) above the receiving receptacle.

308.6.4 Location.
Flaming foods or beverages shall be prepared only in the immediate vicinity of the table being serviced. They shall not be transported or carried while burning.

308.6.5 Fire protection.
The person preparing the flaming foods or beverages shall have a wet cloth towel immediately available for use in smothering the flames in the event of an emergency.

Source: North Carolina State Building Code: Fire Code (2006)

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