Commercial CleaningAugust 2024

Kitchen Extractor Fan Cleaning: Essential for Food Safety and Compliance

Regular kitchen extractor fan cleaning is crucial for maintaining food safety standards and fire prevention. Learn about TR19 compliance and why professional cleaning is essential for commercial kitchens.

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The Critical Importance of Extractor Cleaning

Kitchen extractor systems accumulate grease and debris over time, creating significant fire hazards and hygiene concerns. Regular professional cleaning is not just recommended – it's often a legal requirement for commercial kitchens and essential for insurance compliance.

Reduces fire risk from grease buildup
Ensures compliance with TR19 standards
Maintains food hygiene ratings
Improves extraction efficiency
Satisfies insurance requirements

The Critical Importance of Extractor Cleaning

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TR19 Compliance Explained

TR19 is the industry standard for the cleanliness of ventilation systems in commercial kitchens. It specifies cleaning frequencies, methods, and documentation requirements. Non-compliance can result in failed hygiene inspections, insurance issues, and increased fire risk.

Detailed cleaning specifications
Required cleaning frequencies
Documentation and certification
Post-clean verification
Ongoing compliance monitoring

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Our Cleaning Process

Our TR19-compliant cleaning service covers the entire extraction system from canopy to discharge point. We use specialist equipment and techniques to remove grease deposits safely and effectively, leaving your system clean and compliant.

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TR19 is the industry specification for the cleanliness of ventilation systems. It's recognised by fire services, insurers, and environmental health officers as the standard for commercial kitchen extraction cleaning. Compliance demonstrates due diligence in fire prevention and hygiene.

Cleaning frequency depends on usage. Heavy-use kitchens (24-hour operations, high-grease cooking) may need monthly cleaning, while lighter-use kitchens might require quarterly service. We'll assess your operation and recommend an appropriate schedule.

Yes, we provide full TR19-compliant documentation including before and after photographs, cleaning certificates, and recommendations. This documentation is essential for insurance and inspection purposes.

We typically recommend cleaning outside operating hours to avoid disruption and ensure thorough access to all areas. However, we can work around your schedule and offer early morning, evening, and weekend appointments.

If your extraction system doesn't meet TR19 standards, we'll provide a detailed report of issues found and a quote for remedial cleaning. We can usually bring systems up to compliance quickly to minimise any impact on your operations.

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Kitchen Extractor Fan Cleaning: Essential for Food Safety and Compliance

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