9.9        Exhausts Air Ducts and Exhaust Fans for Kitchen Hoods

“Exhaust and Make-up Air Ducts and Exhaust Fans for Commercial-Kitchen Hoods” shall be designed, fabricated, installed, and tested according to this standard.

During major kitchen renovations, the consultant should evaluate the existing system(s) to determine if it complies with MDOT MAA adopted codes and standards. Analysis on the existing system shall be included in the design documents. If the system does not comply, the consultant shall meet prior to design document submission with the Office of the Fire Marshal, Office of Facilities Maintenance, and the MDOT MAA project manager to determine the extent of upgrading to operate the system(s) safely and within code compliance.

9.9.1            Design, Fabrication and Installation of Exhaust System(s) and Exhaust Fans

Exhaust system(s) and exhaust fans shall be designed, fabricated, and installed in accordance with NFPA 96 and approved manufacturers’ design guidelines.