FATS, OILS & GREASE

All food service establishments that discharge grease are required to obtain a Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG)/wastewater permit. County and City inspectors conduct independent inspections on all food service establishments that are known to discharge grease. In the case that a food service establishment is found to be in violation of the permit (hasn’t obtained permit when one is required) or if they are found to not implement Best Management Practices (BMPs), processes outlined by Municipal Codes, the establishment may be required to install a grease interceptor which can cost owners thousands. ETA offers permitting and consultation services. We will help you submit the required paperwork to obtain the correct permit for you and identify how to adjust your food cleaning processes to meet the specified BMPs. We also provide inedible kitchen grease pick-up services following all of the California Department of Food and Agriculture requirements.