Use this checklist before a commercial kitchen extraction inspection to catch the common failure points ahead of time.
Canopy
- [ ] Manufactured in accordance with DW172
- [ ] Correct overhang (15-30cm beyond cooking equipment) and clearance height
- [ ] Baffle filters (or ESP unit) fitted and cleanable
- [ ] Stainless steel construction with grease-tight welded seams
Ducting
- [ ] Built and sized in accordance with DW144
- [ ] No excessive bends or unnecessarily long runs
- [ ] Properly sealed joints with no visible leakage
- [ ] Termination point (roof or wall) fitted with weatherproof cowl and correctly positioned away from windows/boundaries
Fan & Controls
- [ ] Fan rated airflow matches duct and canopy sizing
- [ ] Speed controller fitted and functional
- [ ] Fan accessible for maintenance and filter cleaning
Records
- [ ] Cleaning schedule documentation available
- [ ] Installation compliant with manufacturer specification
If any of these don't apply to your current setup, it's worth addressing before an inspection rather than during one — get in touch if you need a canopy, ducting, or fan replaced to bring a system up to standard.
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