Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Kitchen Fire Suppression Calculator ("the Tool", "Service", "Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.
2. Important Disclaimer
CRITICAL DISCLAIMER: This tool provides ESTIMATES and PRELIMINARY CALCULATIONS only. The results are for informational purposes and should not be considered as professional engineering advice, final design specifications, or compliance certifications.
All calculations should be verified by licensed fire protection engineers or qualified professionals. Final designs must comply with all applicable local, state, and national codes including but not limited to:
- NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations
- NFPA 17A: Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
- Local building codes and fire safety regulations
- Manufacturer specifications and guidelines
3. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Fire Safety Solutions and its operators:
- Shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from the use of this tool
- Are not responsible for any decisions made based on the tool's output
- Do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of calculations
- Are not liable for any system failures, fire incidents, or safety issues related to designs based on this tool
4. Professional Use Only
This tool is intended for use by:
- Fire protection engineers and designers
- Safety professionals and consultants
- Facility managers and maintenance staff
- Contractors and installers
- Students and educators (for educational purposes only)
Users should have appropriate professional qualifications or work under the supervision of qualified professionals when using this tool for actual projects.
5. Intellectual Property
All website content, design, graphics, code, and the calculator tool itself are the property of Fire Safety Solutions unless otherwise stated. You may:
- Use the tool for legitimate professional purposes
- Share calculation results with clients and colleagues
- Reference the tool in professional work
You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute the tool without permission
- Reverse engineer or decompile the code
- Use the tool for commercial resale or as part of another commercial product
- Claim ownership of the tool or its algorithms
6. Third-Party Links & Tools
Our website contains links to third-party tools and resources. We:
- Do not control these external sites
- Are not responsible for their content or accuracy
- Provide these links for convenience only
- Do not endorse all content on linked sites
7. Advertising & Affiliate Links
Our website displays advertisements and contains affiliate links. By using our site, you acknowledge that:
- We may earn commissions on purchases made through affiliate links
- Advertisement content is served by third-party networks
- We are not responsible for the products or services advertised
- Affiliate links do not increase the price you pay
8. Prohibited Uses
You agree not to use the Service to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Spread malware or engage in hacking attempts
- Overload or disrupt our servers
- Use automated tools to access the service excessively
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
10. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service:
Professional Responsibility: Always consult with licensed professionals for final designs and compliance verification. This tool is for estimation purposes only.