Exposing the Grease Goblin: Kitchen Guard Launches Fire Prevention Month Campaign

This October, Kitchen Guard is shining a light on a danger many commercial kitchens don’t see until it’s too late: the Grease Goblin. Its new Fire Prevention Month campaign, announced in EIN PressWire, is designed to expose how grease build-up in ductwork, exhaust systems, and rooftop fans can silently threaten kitchen safety, operations, and reputation.  

Read the full announcement about the campaign’s purpose here: https://www.einpresswire.com/article/854001742/kitchen-guard-launches-fire-prevention-month-campaign-to-expose-the-grease-goblin-threat-to-commercial-kitchens

Why the “Grease Goblin” Matters

Grease isn’t just unsightly—it’s fire fuel. As the press release (EIN article above) explains, many fires in commercial kitchens begin in hidden spaces where grease quietly builds over time.

The campaign’s “Grease Goblin” metaphor helps restaurant operators visualize this invisible danger. Like a lurking menace, grease waits in ducts and fans until a spark or surge of heat ignites it—putting staff, customers, and property at risk.

Inside Kitchen Guard’s Fire Prevention Month Campaign

Kitchen Guard’s campaign strategy includes:

• Daily fire-safety tips to educate operators on simple things they can do to prevent fires (and eradicate “Grease Goblins”)
• A “Find a Kitchen Guard Near You” call to action for commercial kitchen operators to schedule a complimentary safety check and learn more about the complete exhaust cleaning services it provides.
• Case studies and real-world examples of grease-related fire risks
• NFPA 96 compliance education for operators and facility managers
• PR and media amplification using the Grease Goblin as a campaign anchor.  In some cases, photos are authentic photos taken from Kitchen Guard field staff during remediation, with a superimposed “goblin” added to personify the grease.

This approach moves beyond awareness—it offers real solutions for fire prevention and compliance.

The Risks Kitchen Operators Overlook

The campaign messaging highlights risks that are often ignored until it’s too late:

• Rooftop grease buildup around exhaust upblast fans
• Hidden ductwork accumulation missed in partial cleanings typically “short-cutted” by untrained providers
• Neglected filter replacements that allow grease to spread
• Lapses in NFPA 96 compliance, risking fines or insurance issues
• Lack of recurring inspections to catch new hazards

By surfacing these pain points, Kitchen Guard helps operators shift from reactive fixes to proactive fire prevention.

Why This Campaign Matters

Kitchen Guard’s National Fire Prevention Month initiative, as detailed in EIN PressWire press release, does more than warn about hazards. It reframes fire prevention as a business advantage:

• Protects staff and customers
• Prevents costly downtime and property damage – both of which are something restaurants cannot afford
• Safeguards insurance compliance and brand reputation
• Build awareness during a nationally recognized safety month that is also known for scary goblins for Halloween

Final Word

The Grease Goblin may be invisible, but the threat is real. Kitchen Guard’s National Fire Prevention Month campaign makes the risks tangible and gives operators tools to fight back.

Learn more and read the full announcement here: https://www.einpresswire.com/article/854001742/kitchen-guard-launches-fire-prevention-month-campaign-to-expose-the-grease-goblin-threat-to-commercial-kitchens