How Does NFPA 96 Affect My Business?
NFPA 96 is the national standard for fire safety in commercial cooking operations. It requires regular cleaning and inspection of exhaust hoods, ducts, fans, and grease removal systems to prevent dangerous grease buildup—the leading cause of restaurant fires.
For your business, NFPA 96 compliance means:
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Avoiding costly fines and surprise shutdowns from local fire marshals (especially strict in Dauphin County, PAright now).
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Preventing fire incidents that can destroy equipment, halt operations, and lead to lost revenue.
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Maintaining lower insurance premiums and avoiding claim denials after a fire.
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Passing health and fire inspections without delays or rework.
Non-compliance puts your restaurant at risk of temporary closure, thousands in penalties, and serious liability. Cleaning frequency (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual) depends on your menu and volume—most restaurants need professional service at least twice a year.
Macklin Commercial Maintenance Services (MCM Services) is Pennsylvania state-certified to handle your NFPA 96 hood cleaning, inspections, and compliance reporting so you stay open, safe, and protected.
Protect your business—schedule your NFPA 96 service today. Serving Johnstown, Dauphin County, and Central PA.
Legal Consequences
NFPA 96 noncompliance will create huge financial impacts for your business. Fines can be as high as $2500 per violation PER DAY! Normal food service businesses cannot afford to lose $17,500 in a week. Nor can they afford to be closed for any duration up to permanently. Let Macklin Commercial Maintenance Services keep you compliant.
Increased Insurance Premiums & Coverage Denial
Insurance claims for accidents are being denied for noncompliance with NFPA 96 regularly. Also, noncompliance reporting is being documented. insurance companies are searching public records for reports, fines and penalties. They use this information to increase premiums for safety concerns. Protect yourself and contact Macklin Commercial Maintenance services today!
Asset Loss
The average cost of the fixtures and appliances in a commercial kitchen is over $100,000 dollars. NFPA 96 compliance will ensure that the kitchen is maintained and operable in safe conditions. This will protect against fires that would lead to damage and financial burdens to the destroyed ktichen.
Personal Liability Issues
NFPA noncompliance can be seen as negligence in a mediation and a litigation scenario. And, when insurance companies deny claims , owners can become personally liable. Macklin Commercial Maintenance Service offers service programs to keep you in compliance and out of court.
Reliable Protection You Can Actually Trust!
Tired of unreliable cleaners who miss hidden grease in ducts and fans, leave incomplete documentation, or force you to chase compliance? In an industry where grease buildup causes the majority of restaurant kitchen fires (over 7,000 incidents annually, per NFPA data), shortcuts aren't just inconvenient, they're dangerous. MCM delivers professional, NFPA 96-compliant hood vent cleaning, appliance maintenance, and certified inspections done right the first time: thorough access to every component, proper documentation with stickers and reports, no surprises, and zero doubt about your system's safety. Stop wondering if your exhaust is truly clean and compliant—start running your kitchen with complete confidence, knowing your team, your customers, and your livelihood are protected.
37%
of Insurance Claims Denied Due to NFPA Viiolations
64%
of Kitchen Fires are Caused By Improper Cleaning and Maintenance
2X
More Likely to Have a Kitchen Fire When the Kitchen isn't Routinely Cleaned to NFPA Compliance Level.
$5K
Average Annual Utility Savings for Proper Maintenance and Cleaning of Kitchen Equipment
61%
of Kitchen Fires Happen in Smaller Restaurants. Small Restaurants with Lower Staff and Profits Pay the Biggest Price Due to Time, Staffing and Maintenance.
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