NFPA Technician Certification Test

The PWNA NFPA Technician Certification course prepares kitchen exhaust cleaning technicians to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of NFPA 96 standards and the technical skills required to perform compliant exhaust system cleaning at a professional level. This course covers proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, grease depth measurement, access requirements, safety protocols, and the documentation procedures that verify compliant work on every commercial job.

Students learn how to approach kitchen exhaust systems with the technical knowledge and procedural discipline that NFPA 96 compliance demands — from initial access and assessment through cleaning execution and post-service documentation. The course is designed for technicians who perform KEC work in the field and need to demonstrate that their knowledge and methods meet the standard.

This training is built around the technical requirements of NFPA 96 as they apply directly to kitchen exhaust cleaning technicians. The goal: give field technicians the certification and knowledge to perform KEC work correctly, safely, and in full compliance with the standard that governs the industry.

This certification is ideal for:

Demonstrates comprehensive technical knowledge of NFPA 96 standards for field technicians
Builds proper cleaning technique, equipment operation, and grease depth measurement skills
Establishes compliant access, safety, and documentation procedures for every job
Reduces risk of non-compliant work and the liability that follows
Supports crew credentialing for KEC businesses pursuing commercial accounts
Strengthens technician professionalism and value within a compliant KEC operation

Technicians who earn this certification are better equipped to perform kitchen exhaust cleaning work at the standard the industry requires — and better positioned as a credentialed professional in a field where compliance isn't optional.

PWNA Certification Training is part of the association’s commitment to ongoing professional education for members of the pressure washing industry. These programs are designed to support contractors at every stage of their career by reinforcing safe work practices, industry standards, and responsible methods.

Certification training focuses on building and maintaining job-ready skills through structured instruction. Courses emphasize proper techniques, surface awareness, equipment use, and risk reduction to help contractors perform work consistently and professionally. As standards evolve, PWNA training helps members stay current and aligned with accepted practices.

For PWNA members, certification and continuing education serve as tools for professional growth and accountability. Companies use training to onboard technicians, refresh skills, and promote consistency across crews. Individual contractors benefit by strengthening their knowledge and demonstrating a commitment to professionalism.