TR19® Grease Kitchen Extraction Cleaning

Grease accumulation within commercial kitchen extraction systems is a recognised fire hazard and a key area of scrutiny for insurers, enforcing authorities and fire risk assessors.

Fire risk management for commercial kitchen extraction systems

ACSEU delivers professional kitchen extraction and grease management services aligned with the TR19® Grease specification, helping duty holders control fire risk, demonstrate compliance and protect business continuity across occupied and operational sites.

Why TR19® Grease Compliance Matters

Grease deposits within canopies, ductwork, fans, and discharge sections can ignite at high temperatures, allowing fire to spread rapidly beyond the kitchen area.

Where systems are not adequately cleaned and documented:• Fire risk increases significantly

• Insurers may refuse or invalidate claims
• Fire risk assessments may be deemed insufficient
• Hygiene, odour and pest issues can develop
• Businesses face avoidable downtime and reputational damage

TR19® Grease provides the industry benchmark for inspecting, cleaning, verifying, and reporting on kitchen extract systems. Insurers and enforcement bodies widely recognise it as the expected standard for fire risk control.

Our TR19® Grease–aligned services

ACSEU Ltd provides a complete, end-to-end kitchen extraction hygiene service, delivered by trained operatives working safely in live environments.
Scope of cleaning We clean all accessible components of the grease extract system, including:

Kitchen canopies and skirts
Grease filters and separator housings
Extract plenums
Horizontal and vertical ductwork
Extract fans and discharge ducting

Where areas are inaccessible or require additional access provision, this is clearly identified, risk assessed and reported.

Fire risk–led cleaning methodology

Our cleaning approach is risk-based, selecting the most appropriate method for the system design, location and level of contamination. Techniques may include:

- - Manual scraping and hand wiping
  - Chemical degreasing (COSHH assessed)
  - Steam cleaning and hot foam application
  - Mechanised brushing systems
  - Controlled high-pressure water cleaning (where system design permits)

All methods are selected to achieve the required post-cleanliness standard while protecting the building fabric and surrounding operations.

Grease thickness testing & verification

To demonstrate compliance, cleanliness must be verifiable, not assumed.
ACSEU carries out pre- and post-clean grease thickness testing at representative locations throughout the system, ensuring:

- Mean grease levels are controlled, recognised risk thresholds below
- High-risk “hot spots” are identified and addressed
- Cleaning frequency recommendations are evidence-based

Where physical testing is not practicable, supported visual verification is used and documented in line with industry guidance.

Cleaning frequency & risk control

Cleaning intervals should reflect actual grease accumulation, usage patterns, and fire risk, rather than arbitrary schedules.

- Assessing grease build-up rates
- Recommending appropriate cleaning frequencies
- Highlighting insurer or landlord-mandated requirements
- Supporting periodic reviews of cooking practices or usage changes

This ensures systems remain safe between cleans, not just on the day of service.

Competent, site safe delivery

Qualified engineers carry out testing and cleaning works safely and efficiently, with minimal disruption to your operations.

Deliver Works

All works are delivered with:

✓ Trained, competent operatives

✓ Site-specific risk assessments and method statements

✓ Permit to work and isolation procedures

✓ Protection of occupants, equipment and critical operations

✓ Careful reinstatement of access panels and system components

We regularly operate within live kitchens, healthcare settings, hospitality environments and high-risk commercial sites.

Structured post clean reporting

Every TR19® Grease service includes clear, audit-ready documentation, designed for estates, compliance and insurance review. Reports include:

• Executive summary of fire risk status
• Confirmation of system areas cleaned (and any exclusions)
• Pre and post clean grease readings
• Photographic evidence
• System schematics or descriptions
• Recommendations for access improvements or future maintenance
• Recommended cleaning frequency based on measured data

Detailed reporting supports fire risk assessments, insurer audits and warranties, internal governance and compliance reviews, and effective multi-site portfolio management.

Who we support

We support a wide range of commercial sectors with compliant ventilation, extraction, and specialist cleaning services.

Our TR19® Grease services include support for Education and universities, Retail and food production environments, Local authorities and multi-site estates and many more.

Healthcare and NHS catering facilities

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Restaurants, hotels and hospitality groups

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Industrial, Manufacturing, Factories and warehouses

Specialised Sectors from Airports to Stadiums

View All Our Services

Ductwork Cleaning

Industrial Cleaning

Grease Trap Cleaning

Kitchen Extraction Cleaning

Ventilation Cleaning

HVAC Cleaning

Fire Damper Testing

Kitchen Deep Cleaning

Cleaning Audits

Fire Door Inspection

Get Support for TR19® Grease Compliance

If you are responsible for kitchen extraction safety, compliance or estates management, ACSEU can help you:
• Reduce fire risk
• Evidence compliance with TR19® Grease
• Meet insurer and fire authority expectations
• Maintain safe, operational kitchens

Contact ACSEU to arrange a survey or discuss your TR19® Grease requirements.

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Get a Compliance Ready Quote

Tell us your site type and service requirement, and we’ll provide a clear scope of works and next steps.

Call: 01257 441443

Email: info@acseu.co.uk

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