Craft breweries and distilleries combine high-proof alcohol, grain dust and heating processes — a potent fire risk combination.. Brewery and Distillery Fire Safety Fire and Explosion Risks Ethanol vapour in distillation areas (DSEAR zones) Grain/malt dust explosion risk (ATEX) Boiler and heating system risks Barrel storage areas (wood fire load) Bottling line electrical equipment Visitor/taproom areas (public assembly) For brewery fire safety, contact us.