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State-Specific Fire Code

Massachusetts Hood Cleaning Requirements

NFPA 96 compliance requirements and local fire code obligations for commercial kitchen hood cleaning in Massachusetts.

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Enforcement Authority
Massachusetts State Fire Marshal's Office

Massachusetts-Specific Requirements

1

Contractors must hold a Type 1 License issued by the State Fire Marshal under 527 CMR 1.00 Chapter 50.

2

All hoods, ducts, fans, and grease removal devices must be cleaned to bare metal as per NFPA 96.

3

A signed inspection report must be provided to the facility after every cleaning.

4

The cleaning company must maintain liability insurance as a condition of licensure.

⚠ Important Note

Massachusetts strictly enforces 527 CMR Chapter 50. Unlicensed contractors face significant fines and the facility owner may be held liable.

NFPA 96 Baseline Schedule (Applies Nationwide)

Cooking VolumeFuel SourceRequired Frequency
Heavy VolumeSolid Fuel (Wood/Charcoal)Monthly
High VolumeStandard (Gas/Electric)Quarterly
Moderate VolumeStandard (Gas/Electric)Semi-Annually
Low VolumeStandard (Gas/Electric)Annually

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