Grease Hygiene Technicians, also referred to as GHTs, are key individuals in the commercial kitchen extract cleaning process. When officially accredited by BESCA, GHTs are able to complete and certify all aspects of extract and ventilation cleaning to TR-19 standards. This work may include canopy, ductwork, extractor fan, and grease extract unit cleaning.
GHTs are also able to effectively prepare the work location prior to the commencement of any cleaning activities. In addition to this, in order to achieve and maintain their BESCA GHT accreditation, all grease hygiene technicians must have the necessary skills to ‘cut and insert suitable access panels’, and perform approved, effective cleaning methods in line with industry and TR-19 standards.