New York Hood Cleaning Requirements
NFPA 96 compliance requirements and local fire code obligations for commercial kitchen hood cleaning in New York.
New York-Specific Requirements
All hood cleaning companies operating in New York City must obtain a FDNY Certificate of Fitness (COF).
The technician performing the cleaning must personally hold a valid COF — it is not transferable.
Documentation of every cleaning must be submitted to FDNY via official reporting forms.
All cleaned systems must receive a service tag affixed to the hood with date, technician, and next due date.
⚠ Important Note
New York City has among the strictest enforcement in the nation. FDNY inspectors conduct unannounced audits. Non-compliant operators risk immediate closure orders.
NFPA 96 Baseline Schedule (Applies Nationwide)
| Cooking Volume | Fuel Source | Required Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Volume | Solid Fuel (Wood/Charcoal) | Monthly |
| High Volume | Standard (Gas/Electric) | Quarterly |
| Moderate Volume | Standard (Gas/Electric) | Semi-Annually |
| Low Volume | Standard (Gas/Electric) | Annually |
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