FOG Management
Comprehensive Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) management for commercial properties. Stay compliant and prevent blockages.
Effective FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) Management is not just good practice; it is a strict legal requirement for food service establishments, food processors, and large commercial kitchens. When hot FOG enters the drainage system, it cools, solidifies, and forms massive "fatbergs" that choke public sewers. CleverWorks provides end-to-end FOG management solutions across Farnham.
Our FOG Management Solutions
We take a holistic approach to grease management, ensuring your business remains compliant with the Water Industry Act 1991 and avoids heavy fines from water authorities:
- Grease Trap Installation: We supply and install correctly sized passive and automatic grease recovery units (GRUs) tailored to your kitchen's output.
- Biological Dosing Systems: We install automated dosing pumps that inject specialized, environmentally friendly bacteria into your drains to actively digest and break down FOG.
- Scheduled Emptying & Cleaning: Regular, documented pump-outs of your grease traps by our licensed waste carriers.
- System Audits: We use CCTV Drainage Surveys to monitor the effectiveness of your FOG management system, visually confirming that your downstream pipes remain clear of grease buildup.
The Cost of Non-Compliance
Water authorities actively monitor sewer networks for FOG discharges. If a fatberg is traced back to your premises, you can be held liable for the massive costs of sewer clearance, face prosecution, and suffer severe reputational damage. A robust FOG management plan from CleverWorks is an investment in protecting your business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the legal requirements for FOG management?
Under the Water Industry Act 1991, it is a criminal offense to discharge matter into public sewers that may interfere with the free flow of wastewater. Proper FOG management ensures compliance.
What is biological dosing?
It is a system that automatically injects specialized bacteria into the drainage system to break down and digest fats, oils, and grease before they can solidify.
How do water authorities know if I am discharging FOG?
Authorities use CCTV surveys and sampling to trace FOG buildup back to the source. If your establishment lacks proper grease traps or maintenance records, you are at high risk of prosecution.