Commercial kitchens rely on upblast exhaust fans to remove grease and smoke from the building. Exhaust systems reduce the risk of fire and improve air quality in the building. To follow local regulations businesses must schedule routine maintenance for their exhaust fans. In this course we learn what maintenance activities a technician should perform on an upblast exhaust fan. We recognize the most common signs of wear and tear and what steps to take to prevent them from growing into major problems. We learn the safety risks of working on upblast exhaust fans and the steps that a technician must take to stay safe. We apply the concepts we learn by conducting various maintenance and repairs on a virtual exhaust fan.
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