What is the TR19 standard?
The TR19 is a standard that was defined by BESA, as a way to standardise duct and kitchen extract cleaning systems. Developed in 1988, it has become the standard to which most insurers and building engineering service sectors as the standard to match when performing ductwork cleaning operations.
What are TR19 regulations?
TR19 regulations are the guidelines that govern good practice for the cleaning of ventilation ducts. TR19 regulations should be followed by anyone carrying out kitchen duct cleaning services and can be studied and practised by taking the Hasman TR19 Grease Competency Training Course.
Is TR19 the law?
BESA originally introduced the guidelines in 2005 for commercial kitchens and whilst it is not currently a legal requirement, TR19 and its predecessors have been widely accepted within the building servicers sector and by the UK insurance industry as the standard to which ventilation systems should be cleaned.
How often does kitchen ductwork need to be cleaned?
Ideally, you should measure the rate of build up of grease on the internal surfaces of ductwork. If this is not possible, your cleaning work should be planned around the level of use: Heavy use (12-16 hours per day) – clean every three months. Moderate use (6-12 hours per day) – clean every six months.
How often should kitchen extraction be cleaned?
every 12 months
How much cooking is carried out in your kitchen determines how often your extract system should be cleaned. As a minimum all commercial extract systems must be cleaned every 12 months. Failure to do so will result in a build up of grease causing the system to become inefficient and and a major fire risk.
What is dw144?
DW/144 defines specifications for sheet metal ductwork for low, medium and high pressure/velocity air systems. Content has been expanded on hangers and supports, smoke and fire dampers, external ductwork, internal duct linings, thermal insulation, air terminal units, with many clear reference tables.
How often should you clean kitchen exhaust fan?
3. How often should exhaust systems be cleaned
| Type of kitchen | Hours of use (per day) | Cleaning frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy use | 12 – 16 hours | Every 3 months |
| Moderate use | 6 – 12 hours | Every 6 months |
| Light use | 2 – 6 hours | Every 12 months |
Why kitchen duct cleaning is necessary?
Your kitchen duct ensures a better ventilation system in your kitchen. The smoke and the smell made from the food being cooked make it difficult for the people in the kitchen to breathe. Therefore, it is advised to keep your kitchen ducts clean for proper ventilation.
Why is it important to clean extraction hoods in a kitchen?
Fire Prevention The first and foremost important benefit of doing routine cleaning for your kitchen exhaust system is fire prevention. By properly degreasing your system, you’re eliminating extremely flammable grease and other potentially flammable residues from within your system.
Are kitchen extractor fans a legal requirement?
In short – yes, you do need an extractor hood. Since April 2006, building regulations state that extract ventilation must be fitted in a kitchen which has been built from that date onwards. A kitchen will not meet these regulations if the hood only filters the air and recirculates it around the kitchen.
What gauge is standard ductwork?
Gage-It Right The thinnest acceptable sheet metal for ductwork used in a single dwelling is 28 gage or 0.013 and 0.018 inches for galvanized and aluminum, respectively. This measurement is for around duct smaller than 12 inches in diameter and a rectangular section no bigger than 8 inches.
What does Smacna stand for?
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) creates multiple standards and technical manuals, addressing all facets of the engineering, construction & HVAC sheet metal business, from duct construction and installation to air pollution control and energy recovery.
Which is the guiding principle of TR19 Section 7?
A ‘defined, measurable level of cleanliness’. The guiding principle of TR19 is that a ‘defined, measurable level of cleanliness’ should be achieved to improve safety and comfort in buildings.
When did the Besa update the TR19 guide?
Since 1998, TR19 has been updated by BESA inline with further developments in the best practice for the cleaning, testing and verification of general and kitchen extract systems. A ‘defined, measurable level of cleanliness’.
Is the installation of a vent a TR19 requirement?
Vent incorporates the requirements of BESA’s TR19. The installation of Vent AIR is not a ‘fit and forget’ concept. Our ethos is to significantly contribute to the cleanliness of your kitchen extraction system, helping to ensure it is maintained to the recommended guidelines as per TR19 365 days a year.
Is there a third edition of TR 7?
In this Third Edition, Section 7 has been withdrawn and has been superseded by TR19® Grease, a new, stand-alone specification for Fire Risk Management of Grease Accumulation within Kitchen Extraction Systems.