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Why You Need a Grease Containment System?

Cooking oils and grease-laden vapors rise with exhaust air and settle on your rooftop. Without a proper containment system, grease builds up on your roof surface, creating:

  • A serious fire hazard
  • Structural damage to roofing materials
  • Potential violations of NFPA 96 and local fire codes
  • EPA violations due to grease runoff into drainage systems

A rooftop grease containment system protects your property, keeps you compliant, and reduces the risk of costly repairs or legal issues.

NFPA 96 Code Requirements for Grease Containment

According to NFPA 96, Section 8.1.1.1, all exhaust fans on commercial cooking equipment must be equipped with devices to capture grease before it damages the rooftop or drains into the environment.

💡 Key compliance points:

  • All fans must have grease collection devices (NFPA 96 8.1.1)
  • Rooftop grease accumulation is prohibited (NFPA 96 7.8.2)
  • Grease containment must be maintained regularly to prevent overflow

Not being compliant could result in:
🚫 Fines from local authorities
🚒 Fire marshal citations
📉 Insurance denial of claims due to fire

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