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Grease Trap Maintenance Checklist
Prevent costly plumbing issues with our comprehensive grease trap maintenance checklist. Keep your commercial kitchen compliant and odor-free.
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Overview
This grease trap maintenance checklist ensures proper cleaning and servicing of commercial grease interceptors. Regular maintenance prevents FOG (fats, oils, grease) buildup, eliminates odors, prevents sewer backups, and maintains compliance with local health codes.
Key Benefits
Complete Checklist
Pre-Service Inspection
- Record grease trap location and size
- Check service access availability
- Verify proper ventilation
- Inspect trap cover condition
- Check for structural damage
- Verify inlet and outlet pipes
- Document grease level depth
- Check for leaks or cracks
- Verify proper trap installation
- Review previous service records
Grease Removal Process
- Remove and set aside trap cover
- Measure and record grease depth
- Pump out floating grease layer
- Remove baffles if applicable
- Scrape walls and bottom of trap
- Remove settled solids
- Clean inlet and outlet pipes
- Inspect internal components
- Verify complete waste removal
- Collect waste in approved containers
Cleaning and Flushing
- Pressure wash trap interior
- Clean baffles and components
- Flush inlet and outlet lines
- Clean trap cover and gaskets
- Remove debris from trap sides
- Ensure proper water level
- Check drain flow after cleaning
- Clean external trap area
- Deodorize trap if needed
- Verify proper trap operation
Inspection and Testing
- Inspect inlet pipe for damage
- Check outlet pipe condition
- Verify baffle installation and condition
- Test for proper water flow
- Check for signs of bypass
- Inspect gaskets and seals
- Verify trap capacity adequacy
- Check for root intrusion
- Test downstream flow
- Inspect vent pipe operation
Waste Disposal
- Measure volume of waste removed
- Transport to approved disposal facility
- Complete waste manifest forms
- Record disposal certificate number
- Follow local FOG regulations
- Separate solids from liquids if required
- Comply with EPA guidelines
- Document disposal location
- Maintain disposal records
- Provide proof of proper disposal
Documentation and Recommendations
- Complete service report
- Record grease depth measurements
- Document waste volume removed
- Photograph trap condition
- Note any damage or repairs needed
- Recommend service frequency
- Provide best practice guidance
- Schedule next service date
- Submit reports to health department if required
- Provide customer service receipt
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