NFPA 96 hood cleaning photo checklist
This checklist is for service photo documentation only. It is not legal advice, not a substitute for NFPA 96, and not a code compliance determination.
Capture before and after where it matters
A single after photo is usually too thin. Pair before and after photos around accessible system areas when the crew captured them.
Do not hide unreachable areas
If an access panel, duct path, or fan area could not be reached, label it as blocked or unreachable and keep it separate from completed work.
Keep the service label visible
A label or notice photo helps the customer connect the report to the actual site record and the next visit window.
Workflow
How to use NFPA 96 hood cleaning photo checklist
01
Capture before and after where it matters
A single after photo is usually too thin. Pair before and after photos around accessible system areas when the crew captured them.
02
Do not hide unreachable areas
If an access panel, duct path, or fan area could not be reached, label it as blocked or unreachable and keep it separate from completed work.
03
Keep the service label visible
A label or notice photo helps the customer connect the report to the actual site record and the next visit window.
Checklist
Photo set
- Hood canopy before
- Hood canopy after
- Filter bank or baffle filters
- Plenum or duct access path
- Rooftop fan or discharge area
- Grease path or containment area
- Service label or posted notice
- Blocked or unreachable area, if present
- Do not present unverified or unreachable areas as cleaned
Structure
Photo captions
Hood canopy
Before and after condition of the visible hood interior.
Filters
Filter bank reset, cleaning result, or replacement note.
Duct access
Accessible path or blocked access record.
Fan area
Rooftop fan, discharge area, and visible grease path.
Label
Posted service notice, next date, or report reference.
Common questions
Practical questions
What should a NFPA 96 hood cleaning photo checklist include?
It should include Hood canopy before, Hood canopy after, Filter bank or baffle filters, Plenum or duct access path, and a clear saved record for the customer.
Should photos and open items stay in the same report?
Yes. Photos, completed work, blocked access, and next actions should stay in one customer-readable report so the restaurant does not have to piece together separate messages.
How does the builder help with this?
The builder turns the same structure into a customer-ready report link and PDF copy after the service result is selected.
Example wording
This checklist is for service photo documentation only. It is not legal advice, not a substitute for NFPA 96, and not a code compliance determination. Group photos by system area and label blocked or unreachable areas honestly.
Build a test report
Turn this guidance into a report link.
Use the free builder to choose a service result, add optional photos and notes, then preview the customer report and PDF copy.
Create a report with grouped photos